Structurally Integrated Wideband Low Profile Metamaterial Antenna (1000-161)

Structurally Integrated Wideband Low Profile Metamaterial Antenna (1000-161)
Navy STTR FY2010.A

Sol No.:	Navy STTR FY2010.A
Topic No.:	N10A-T021
Topic Title:	Structurally Integrated Wideband Low Profile Metamaterial Antenna (1000-161)
Proposal No.:	N10A-021-0376
Firm:	SI2 Technologies 267 Boston Road North Billerica, Massachusetts 01862
Contact:	Patanjali Parimi
Phone:	(978) 495-5300
Web Site:	www.si2technologies.com
Abstract:	SI2 Technologies, Inc. (SI2) proposes an innovative solution to the Navy's need for wideband antennas to support naval ships and Marine Corps' vehicle communications, electronic warfare (EW), and radar functions. SI2 will develop efficient, broadband, metamaterial antennas for operation in the VHF-UHF frequency range. These antennas will initially be designed for integration with the composite topside structure of ships and tactical armored vehicles. SI2 has teamed with a non-profit corporation to develop the embedded antenna and a prime contractor for commercializing the technology. During Phase I, the wideband metamaterial antenna concepts will be refined using high fidelity numerical modeling and simulation tools. The performance of the antenna systems will be simulated and validated through the manufacture and testing of a coupon level hardware demonstrator. The structurally integrated antenna will be fabricated using Direct Write technology. A full scale prototype will be fabricated in the follow-on Phase II program. The prototype will be tested on a representative platform to demonstrate the antenna's RF performance.
Benefits:	Performance maintenance of RF communication, radar, and EW antennas embedded in a composite material is a difficult task. Development of wideband, low profile metamaterial antennas integrated with the composite structure allow for multiple functions in a single aperture and enables efficient communication link in a small foot print. Potential commercial applications include ship, aircraft and man portable communication systems, navigation, and radar applications.

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