Patent ID: 8209846
Filing Date: 2012-07-03
Classification: H01Q,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for assembling an active array system, the method comprising: providing a plurality of active subarrays, each including a lamination of several layers, the subarray layers including an RF/DC flexible circuit board layer, an RF feed layer, a circulator layer, and a balun and transition layer; providing a radiator aperture with an array of radiator structures and an aperture mounting surface; bringing the balun and transition layer of each of the plurality of subarrays and the aperture mounting surface of the radiator aperture into contact with an adhesive layer including microwave interconnects so that the adhesive layer is between the balun and transition layer of each of the plurality of subarrays and the aperture mounting surface of the radiator aperture; and applying pressure, heat and vacuum to the plurality of active subarrays, the adhesive layer and the radiator aperture to cure the adhesive and complete engagement of the microwave interconnects between the balun and transition layer of each of the plurality of subarrays and the radiator aperture.