Overview of Microwave Components Activities at the

A review of some of the activities of the European Space Agency in the area of Microwave Devices and Compo- nents for Space Application is presented. The activities dis- cussed are in the areas of Solid State Devices and Technology, Travelling Wave Amplifiers, Microwave Filters and Time Ref- erences. Each area is discussed in detail illustrating the achievements of on-going research and development programs involving European Industries and Research Centers. The growing importance of Microwave Technology for space appli- cations is discussed and the future challenges outlined indicat- ing how the European Space Industry is preparing for the fu- ture through the many R&D activities sponsored by the European Space Agency.