Citation
Abstract
Part I described an X-band (8.45 GHz) test package for testing the new 34-m beam-waveguide antenna at Goldstone. In addition, results were given for the test package in an “on-the-ground” configuration. This article gives results for the test package In an “on-the-antenna” configuration. Included are X-band zenith noisetemperature values and tipping-curve data obtained at the Cassegrain focal point F 1 as well as at the pedestal room focal point F3. Subreflector Z-defocus test results for both F1 and F3 are also presented. The X-band test package operated well in all of the different test configurations and exceeded expected performance.
Details
- Volume
- 42-105
- Published
- May 15, 1991
- Pages
- 54–68
- File Size
- 580.0 KB