GPS and Telemetry Antenna for use on Projectiles

United States Patent #6,466,172
Inventors: Ryken; Marvin L. (Ventura, CA); Davis; Albert F. (Ventura, CA); Kujiraoka; Scott R. (Camarillo, CA)
October 15, 2002

Abstract

A microstrip antenna system having a GPS antenna for receiving GPS data and a telemetry antenna for transmitting telemetry data mounted on a dielectric substrate. The microstrip antenna system is designed for use on small diameter airborne projectiles which have a diameter of about 2.75 inches. A filter is integrated into the antenna system to isolate the transmitted telemetry signal from the received GPS signal.

Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy (Washington, DC)
Appl. No.: 039939
Filed: October 19, 2001

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