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System and method for highly directional electronic identification and communication and combat identification system employing the same

  • US 8,115,697 B2
  • Filed: 03/01/2011
  • Issued: 02/14/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/25/2005
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An antenna for directional electronic communication, comprising:

  • a conductive shield having an opening at an end thereof and a radio frequency absorptive material located on an inner surface thereof, wherein said radio frequency absorptive material and said conductive shield are longitudinally and annularly coextensive;

    a Luneberg lens located within said conductive shield; and

    a radio frequency signal conveyor located proximate a portion of said Luneberg lens that is distal from said opening.

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