Reconfigurable and scalable array element design for polarimetric multifunctional PAR

A reconfigurable and scalable design of TR module for the next generation of multifunctional phased array radar (PAR) is presented and initial design validations are discussed. The TR module supports full dual-polarized array operations and various adaptive beam illumination controls for 10-cm radars. The antenna, RF, HPA and beamforming interfaces are discussed.

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