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Slotline reflective phase shifting array element utilizing electrostatic switches

  • US 5,268,696 A
  • Filed: 04/06/1992
  • Issued: 12/07/1993
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/06/1992
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A radiating element having an electrical reflective phase shifter for directing electromagnetic energy received from an electromagnetic energy source comprising:

  • (a) a dielectric substrate having a top surface;

    (b) a conductive layer disposed on said top surface of said dielectric substrate, said conductive layer having a top surface and a slotline having a preselected length formed therein, said slotline having an open radiating end portion;

    (c) means for shorting said slotline to vary said length of said slotline to a fraction of said preselected length of said slotline as measured from said open radiating end portion to said means for shorting to reflect said electromagnetic energy; and

    (d) means for selectively actuating said means for shorting.

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