Phased-Array Simulation For Antenna Test Range Design
Author: Daniël Janse van Rensburg
Publication: AMTA 1998
Copyright Owner: NSI-MI Technologies
A simulation tool used during the design of nearfield ranges for phased array antenna testing is presented. This tool allows the accurate determination of scanner size for testing phased array antennas under steered beam conditions. Estimates can be formed of measured antenna pointing accuracy, side lobe levels, polarization purity, and pattern performance for a chosen rectangular phased array of specified size and aperture distribution. This tool further allows for the accurate testing of software holographic capabilities.