Design of two transparent X band reflectarray antennas integrated on a satellite panel

Abstract

This paper presents an integrating of highly transparent X band reflectarrays on the cover glass of solar panels. Optimal unit cell element, effect of the solar cell on the antenna, feed consideration, and final design data are presented. The overall transparency and aperture efficiency of the design are more than 90% and 40% respectively, making it a promising solution as a high gain conformal satellite antenna.