Simultaneous multi-beam high-bandwidth conformal tactical data link antenna systems Navy SBIR FY2013.2 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2013.2 Topic No.: N132-089 Topic Title: Simultaneous multi-beam high-bandwidth conformal tactical data link antenna systems Proposal No.: N132-089-0504 Firm: FIRST RF CORPORATION 5340 Airport Blvd. Boulder, Colorado 80301 Contact: Ian Rumsey Phone: (303) 449-5211 Web Site: firstrf.com Abstract: n this Phase I effort, FIRST RF will develop and evaluate concepts enabling highly directive multi-beam TCDL communications using phased arrays integrated on the Fire Scout UAV platform. Phased array systems allow for dynamic beam steering with graceful degradation. The use of multibeam arrays will allow the Fire Scout and other UAV platforms to augment fleet communications, supporting information dominance for airborne assets, surface ships, and expeditionary forces. FIRST RF proposes an innovative approach that leverages affordable phased array architecture to provide a highly functional TCDL communications node with multi-beam capability. Commercial applications of this technology have also been identified. Benefits: FIRST RF's approach features a low cost, light weight, and highly modular phased array system. Advance RF electronics allow the system to either receive or transmit across the entire TCDL band. The size of this system allows it to be used not only on the Fire Scout, but on a variety of manned and unmanned platforms. The Ku-band spectrum has dual use applications. Commercial applications of this technology have been identified by FIRST RF. Return