Millimeter wave wide-beam TT&C antenna

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of antennas and discloses a millimeter wave wide-beam measurement and control antenna, which comprises an antenna controller, a connecting line fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller, an antenna fixedly connected to the end, away from the antenna controller, of the connecting line, a connecting block fixedly connected to the outside of the antenna, a rotating rod fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting block, a turbine and an adjusting block fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the rotating rod, a worm fixedly connected to the middle of the adjusting block, and a support block fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller, wherein the worm is rotatably connected to the middle of the support block. Through the cooperation of the motor, the worm, the turbine, the rotating rod and the connecting block, the antenna can be conveniently adjusted at multiple angles, so that the antenna can be conveniently adjusted according to actual conditions, and the labor intensity of workers is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of antenna technology, specifically to a millimeter-wave wide-beam measurement and control antenna. Background Technology

[0002] In modern communication, aerospace telemetry, tracking, and tactical systems, millimeter-wave wide-beam antennas are playing an increasingly crucial role; they are not only responsible for information transmission but also bear the heavy responsibility of target perception and localization. Especially in dynamic environments, antennas need to quickly cover multiple directions and acquire stable signals; traditional single-direction and single-point telemetry methods are clearly no longer adequate for increasingly complex application scenarios.

[0003] Existing millimeter-wave telemetry and control antennas already achieve high beam gain and signal stability. They exhibit low signal attenuation and good directional stability during medium- to long-distance transmission. Some compact designs also facilitate portability and deployment. Most mainstream products on the market employ directional control methods, providing precise coverage of the main beam area and making them suitable for continuous observation missions in fixed environments. Some high-frequency products can also achieve good passband characteristics and power output performance under specific conditions.

[0004] While the aforementioned antennas possess strong stability and direction-keeping capabilities in fixed beam control, they still have significant shortcomings in terms of angle adjustment flexibility, making it difficult to meet the current demands of multi-scenario, highly dynamic applications. Many existing devices, once structurally set, have a essentially fixed orientation, making rapid secondary adjustments difficult. Attempts at manual or mechanical adjustments are prone to beam pointing deviations due to the rigidity of the adjustment mechanism, leading to inaccurate system signal acquisition and positioning errors, thus affecting overall measurement and control accuracy. This is particularly problematic in operational deployments and rapid search scenarios requiring frequent antenna orientation changes, where such structures fall short. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna, which solves the problem that existing technologies cannot adjust the antenna at multiple angles, thus making it difficult to meet the needs of multi-scenario and high-dynamic use.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna, comprising an antenna controller, a connecting line fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller, an antenna fixedly connected to the end of the connecting line away from the antenna controller, a connecting block fixedly connected to the outside of the antenna, a rotating rod fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting block, a turbine and an adjusting block fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the rotating rod, a worm gear rotatably connected to the middle of the adjusting block, the worm gear and the turbine gear meshing with each other, a support block fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller, the worm gear rotatably connected to the middle of the support block, and a driving assembly provided on the top of the antenna controller for driving the worm gear and the adjusting block to rotate.

[0007] Preferably, the drive assembly includes a fixed ring, which is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller. A motor is fixedly connected to the middle of the fixed ring. There are two motors. One end of the worm gear is fixedly connected to the output end of one of the motors, and one side of the adjusting block is fixedly connected to one end of the other motor.

[0008] Preferably, the antenna controller is fixedly connected to a mounting base at its bottom, a clamping block is slidably connected to the middle of the mounting base, a movable rod is rotatably connected to one side of the clamping block, and a movable rod is rotatably connected to the end of the movable rod away from the clamping block. The mounting base is equipped with a power component for driving the movable rod to rotate.

[0009] Preferably, the power assembly includes an electric motor, which is fixedly connected inside the mounting base, and a connecting rod is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric motor, with the movable rod fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the connecting rod.

[0010] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided at the bottom of the mounting base, and the clamping block is slidably connected to the middle of the limiting groove. The limiting groove is used to limit the clamping block, and multiple anti-slip strips are fixedly connected to one side of the clamping block.

[0011] Preferably, an adjuster is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller, and both the antenna controller and the adjuster are electrically connected to a monitoring system.

[0012] Preferably, the monitoring system includes:

[0013] The signal detection module is used to monitor the strength, direction and frequency response of the antenna's transmitted and received signals in real time, providing basic data support for subsequent beam control and performance evaluation.

[0014] The bandwidth control module is connected to the signal detection module and is used to adaptively adjust the operating frequency band according to basic data and external control commands to achieve seamless switching of multiple frequency bands in the range of 25-28GHz.

[0015] The thermal stability monitoring module, connected to the bandwidth control module, is used to sense the thermal drift of the antenna during high-frequency operation and dynamically correct the control parameters.

[0016] The structural state perception module, connected to the thermal stability monitoring module, is used to monitor the attitude changes and mechanical wear of the antenna rotating parts to support the structural health assessment of the system.

[0017] The data feedback and diagnostic module is used to comprehensively process data from the signal detection, bandwidth regulation, thermal stability monitoring and structural state perception modules, output diagnostic reports and feed them back to the regulation system to form a closed-loop regulation mechanism.

[0018] Preferably, the signal detection module includes:

[0019] The signal acquisition unit is used to acquire electromagnetic wave signals transmitted and received by the antenna, and to perform preliminary frequency, intensity and directionality data acquisition.

[0020] The signal processing unit, connected to the signal acquisition unit, is responsible for digitally processing and analyzing the acquired signals to extract useful signal quality and beam coverage angles.

[0021] The signal analysis unit, connected to the signal processing unit, is used to further analyze the frequency response and directivity of the signal, and to determine the working status and performance of the antenna.

[0022] Preferably, the bandwidth control module includes:

[0023] The frequency band selection unit, connected to the signal detection module, is used to select a suitable operating frequency band based on the detected signal frequency and bandwidth requirements.

[0024] The bandwidth adjustment unit, connected to the frequency band selection unit and the adjustment system, is responsible for dynamically adjusting the operating frequency band according to external control commands and signal conditions to achieve adaptive switching within the 25-28GHz range;

[0025] The bandwidth monitoring unit, connected to the bandwidth adjustment unit, continuously monitors the bandwidth performance of the antenna to ensure that the frequency response operates stably within the target range.

[0026] This invention provides a millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna. It has the following advantages:

[0027] 1. This invention allows a motor to easily drive a worm gear to rotate. When the worm gear rotates, it can easily drive a turbine to rotate simultaneously. When the turbine rotates, it can easily drive a rotating rod to rotate. When the rotating rod moves, it causes a connecting block to flip. When the connecting block flips, it can easily cause the antenna to flip horizontally. When another motor is working, it can easily drive an adjusting block to flip. When the adjusting block flips, it can drive the connecting block to flip simultaneously via the rotating rod. When the connecting block flips, it can easily cause the antenna to flip vertically. When both motors are working simultaneously, the antenna can be easily adjusted at multiple angles, thus allowing for convenient adjustment of the antenna according to actual conditions and reducing the labor intensity of workers.

[0028] 2. The present invention can easily drive the connecting rod to rotate via an electric motor. When the connecting rod rotates, it can easily drive the movable rod to rotate simultaneously. When the movable rod rotates, it can easily pull the clamping block to move simultaneously via a moving rod. When the clamping block moves, it can easily clamp and fix the required position, thereby facilitating the connection and fixation of the antenna. This reduces the labor intensity of the workers and improves the overall applicability of the antenna.

[0029] 3. Through the cooperation of the monitoring system, antenna controller and regulator, the wide beam and wide bandwidth performance of the antenna can be easily adjusted, which makes it easier for staff to work, thereby improving work efficiency and reducing the labor intensity of staff. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting lines of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the worm gear of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting groove of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting rod of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a system architecture diagram of the present invention.

[0036] The components include: 1. Mounting base; 2. Antenna controller; 3. Adjuster; 4. Antenna; 5. Connecting wire; 6. Support block; 7. Fixing ring; 8. Motor; 9. Worm gear; 10. Adjusting block; 11. Turbine; 12. Rotating rod; 13. Connecting block; 14. Motor; 15. Clamping block; 16. Limiting groove; 17. Connecting rod; 18. Movable rod; 19. Moving rod; 20. Anti-slip strip. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0038] Example:

[0039] Please see the appendix Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 3 This invention provides a millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna, including an antenna controller 2. A connecting line 5 is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller 2. An antenna 4 is fixedly connected to the end of the connecting line 5 away from the antenna controller 2. A connecting block 13 is fixedly connected to the outside of the antenna 4. A rotating rod 12 is fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting block 13. A turbine 11 and an adjusting block 10 are fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the rotating rod 12. A worm gear 9 is rotatably connected to the middle of the adjusting block 10. The worm gear 9 and the turbine 11 mesh with each other. A support block 6 is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller 2. The worm gear 9 is rotatably connected to the middle of the support block 6. A driving component is provided on the top of the antenna controller 2. The driving component is used to drive the worm gear 9 and the adjusting block 10 to rotate.

[0040] The connecting line 5 can easily connect the antenna controller 2 and the antenna 4. When the worm gear 9 rotates, it can easily drive the turbine 11 to mesh and rotate simultaneously. When the turbine 11 rotates, it can easily drive the connecting block 13 to flip through the rotating rod 12, thereby easily driving the antenna 4 to move laterally. When the adjusting block 10 flips, it can easily drive the connecting block 13 to flip vertically through the rotating rod 12, thereby easily driving the antenna 4 to be adjusted at multiple angles. This allows for easy adjustment of the antenna according to the actual situation, while reducing the labor intensity of the staff.

[0041] Please see the appendix Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 3 The drive assembly includes a fixed ring 7, which is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller 2. A motor 8 is fixedly connected to the middle of the fixed ring 7. There are two motors 8. One end of the worm gear 9 is fixedly connected to the output end of one of the motors 8, and one side of the adjusting block 10 is fixedly connected to one end of the other motor 8.

[0042] The retaining ring 7 can easily support and fix the two motors 8, making the two motors 8 more stable. When one motor 8 is working, it can easily drive the worm gear 9 to rotate, and when the other motor 8 rotates, it can easily drive the adjusting block 10 to flip.

[0043] Please see the appendix Figure 4 and attached Figure 5 The antenna controller 2 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting base 1. The mounting base 1 is slidably connected to the middle of the mounting base 1. A moving rod 19 is rotatably connected to one side of the clamping block 15. A movable rod 18 is rotatably connected to the end of the moving rod 19 away from the clamping block 15. The mounting base 1 is equipped with a power component, which is used to drive the movable rod 18 to rotate.

[0044] When the movable rod 18 rotates, it can easily pull the two movable rods 19 to move. When the two movable rods 19 move, they can easily pull the clamping block 15 to move at the same time. When the two clamping blocks 15 move, they can easily clamp and fix the required position, thereby facilitating the connection and fixation of the antenna 4. This reduces the labor intensity of the staff and improves the overall applicability of the antenna 4.

[0045] Please see the appendix Figure 4 and attached Figure 5 The power assembly includes an electric motor 14, which is fixedly connected inside the mounting base 1. A connecting rod 17 is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric motor 14, and a movable rod 18 is fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the connecting rod 17.

[0046] Mounting base 1 can easily support and fix motor 14, making motor 14 more stable. When motor 14 is working, it can easily drive connecting rod 17 to rotate, and when connecting rod 17 rotates, it can easily drive movable rod 18 to rotate at the same time.

[0047] Please see the appendix Figure 4 and attached Figure 5 The mounting base 1 has a limiting groove 16 at the bottom, and the clamping block 15 is slidably connected to the middle of the limiting groove 16. The limiting groove 16 is used to limit the clamping block 15. Multiple anti-slip strips 20 are fixedly connected to one side of the clamping block 15.

[0048] The limiting groove 16 can conveniently limit the clamping block 15, thereby preventing the clamping block 15 from shifting when moving; the anti-slip strip 20 can prevent the antenna 4 from sliding after it is fixed, thereby making the antenna 4 more stable.

[0049] Please see the appendix Figure 1 and attached Figure 6 Antenna controller 2 is fixedly connected to top of regulator 3, and both antenna controller 2 and regulator 3 are electrically connected to regulation system; monitoring system includes:

[0050] The signal detection module is used to monitor the strength, direction and frequency response of the transmitted and received signals of antenna 4 in real time, providing basic data support for subsequent beam control and performance evaluation.

[0051] The bandwidth control module is connected to the signal detection module and is used to adaptively adjust the operating frequency band according to basic data and external control commands to achieve seamless switching of multiple frequency bands in the range of 25-28GHz.

[0052] The thermal stability monitoring module, connected to the bandwidth control module, is used to sense the thermal drift of antenna 4 during high-frequency operation and dynamically correct the control parameters.

[0053] The structural state perception module, connected to the thermal stability monitoring module, is used to monitor the attitude changes and mechanical wear of the rotating parts of antenna 4, in order to support the structural health assessment of the system.

[0054] The data feedback and diagnostic module is used to comprehensively process data from the signal detection, bandwidth regulation, thermal stability monitoring and structural state perception modules, output diagnostic reports and feed them back to the regulation system to form a closed-loop regulation mechanism.

[0055] The signal detection module is located in the main radiation path of antenna 4 and includes a signal acquisition unit and a signal analysis unit. The signal acquisition unit uses a high-sensitivity RF probe or an integrated receiver chip to collect parameters such as power, level, and spectral distribution of the transmitted and received signals in real time.

[0056] The bandwidth control module communicates bidirectionally with the signal detection module. Based on data output from the signal detection module, such as current frequency band utilization and signal echo strength, the module adjusts the operating frequency band in the antenna 4 feed network in real time by regulating the local programmable filter bank or switched capacitor array. The module supports dynamic switching of multiple frequency bands within the 25–28 GHz range, ensuring bandwidth adaptability for different communication or telemetry and control tasks, while optimizing the return loss characteristics of antenna 4.

[0057] The thermal stability monitoring module is located near antenna 4 and collects the temperature distribution of antenna 4 in real time through embedded temperature sensors and thermistors. Based on the thermal expansion and contraction law of materials and historical operating data, this module can determine the thermal drift caused by high-frequency excitation and link the adjustment system to compensate for problems such as frequency deviation or beam offset, so as to ensure that antenna 4 maintains stable radiation characteristics under different temperature fields.

[0058] The structural state sensing module integrates devices such as a gyroscope, angle encoder, and miniature accelerometer, and is located in the connection area between antenna 4 and regulator 3. This module can monitor the rotational attitude changes of antenna 4 in the pitch, azimuth, and other directions in real time, and identify structural abnormalities such as component loosening, wear, and eccentricity caused by frequent rotation or external impact, providing raw data for subsequent maintenance, repair, and system health assessment.

[0059] The data feedback and diagnostic module, serving as the core processing center of the system, is electrically connected to all four modules mentioned above. It incorporates a multi-threaded data fusion algorithm and a status recognition model, enabling it to comprehensively process data uploaded from each module and generate a complete system operating status map. If anomalies are detected, such as excessive thermal offset, beam skew, or frequency band drift, the system will proactively generate a fault diagnosis report and issue control commands through the adjustment system to drive the actuators to perform beam correction, frequency band reset, or thermal balancing, thus achieving closed-loop control.

[0060] Please see the appendix Figure 6 The signal detection module includes:

[0061] The signal acquisition unit is used to acquire the electromagnetic wave signals transmitted and received by antenna 4, and to perform preliminary frequency, intensity and directionality data acquisition.

[0062] The signal processing unit, connected to the signal acquisition unit, is responsible for digitally processing and analyzing the acquired signals to extract useful signal quality and beam coverage angles.

[0063] The signal analysis unit, connected to the signal processing unit, is used to further analyze the frequency response and directivity of the signal and determine the working status and performance of antenna 4.

[0064] Please see the appendix Figure 6 The bandwidth control module includes:

[0065] The frequency band selection unit, connected to the signal detection module, is used to select a suitable operating frequency band based on the detected signal frequency and bandwidth requirements.

[0066] The bandwidth adjustment unit, connected to the frequency band selection unit and the adjustment system, is responsible for dynamically adjusting the operating frequency band according to external control commands and signal conditions to achieve adaptive switching within the 25-28GHz range;

[0067] The bandwidth monitoring unit, connected to the bandwidth adjustment unit, continuously monitors the bandwidth performance of the antenna to ensure that the frequency response operates stably within the target range.

[0068] Working principle: When the antenna 4 needs to be adjusted according to the actual situation, the two motors 8 will work simultaneously. When one of the motors 8 works, it will drive the worm gear 9 to rotate. When the worm gear 9 rotates, it will drive the turbine 11 to mesh and rotate. When the turbine 11 rotates, it will drive the rotating rod 12 to rotate. When the rotating rod 12 rotates, it will drive the connecting block 13 to flip laterally. When the connecting block 13 flips, it can easily drive the antenna 4 to flip laterally at the same time.

[0069] When the other motor 8 rotates, it will drive the adjusting block 10 to rotate vertically. When the adjusting block 10 rotates, it will drive the connecting block 13 to rotate vertically at the same time through the rotating rod 12. The vertical rotation of the connecting block 13 can drive the antenna 4 to rotate vertically at the same time, so that the antenna 4 can be adjusted at multiple angles.

[0070] When it is necessary to connect and fix the antenna 4, the motor 14 will work. When the motor 14 works, it will drive the connecting rod 17 to rotate. When the connecting rod 17 rotates, it will drive the movable rod 18 to rotate at the same time. When the movable rod 18 rotates, it will pull the two moving rods 19 to move at the same time. When the moving rods 19 move, they will pull the clamping block 15 to move. When the clamping block 15 moves, it will drive the multiple anti-slip strips 20 to move at the same time. This makes it easy to clamp and fix the required position, and thus connect and fix the antenna 4.

[0071] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A millimeter-wave wide-beam measurement and control antenna, comprising an antenna controller (2), characterized in that, The antenna controller (2) is fixedly connected to a connecting line (5) at its top. An antenna (4) is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting line (5) away from the antenna controller (2). A connecting block (13) is fixedly connected to the outside of the antenna (4). A rotating rod (12) is fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting block (13). A turbine (11) and an adjusting block (10) are fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the rotating rod (12). A worm gear (9) is rotatably connected to the middle of the adjusting block (10). The worm gear (9) and the turbine (11) mesh with each other. A support block (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller (2). The worm gear (9) is rotatably connected to the middle of the support block (6). A drive assembly is provided on the top of the antenna controller (2). The drive assembly is used to drive the worm gear (9) and the adjusting block (10) to rotate. The drive assembly includes a fixed ring (7), which is fixedly connected to the top of the antenna controller (2). A motor (8) is fixedly connected to the middle of the fixed ring (7). There are two motors (8). One end of the worm gear (9) is fixedly connected to the output end of one of the motors (8), and one side of the adjusting block (10) is fixedly connected to one end of the other motor (8). The antenna controller (2) is fixedly connected to a mounting base (1) at the bottom. A clamping block (15) is slidably connected to the middle of the mounting base (1). A moving rod (19) is rotatably connected to one side of the clamping block (15). A movable rod (18) is rotatably connected to the end of the moving rod (19) away from the clamping block (15). A power component is provided inside the mounting base (1) to drive the movable rod (18) to rotate. The power assembly includes an electric motor (14), which is fixedly connected inside the mounting base (1). A connecting rod (17) is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric motor (14), and the movable rod (18) is fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the connecting rod (17). The mounting base (1) has a limiting groove (16) at the bottom. The clamping block (15) is slidably connected to the middle of the limiting groove (16). The limiting groove (16) is used to limit the clamping block (15). A plurality of anti-slip strips (20) are fixedly connected to one side of the clamping block (15).

2. The millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna according to claim 1, characterized in that, The antenna controller (2) is fixedly connected to the top of the regulator (3), and both the antenna controller (2) and the regulator (3) are electrically connected to the monitoring system.

3. The millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna according to claim 2, characterized in that, The monitoring system includes: The signal detection module is used to monitor the strength, direction and frequency response of the antenna's transmitted and received signals in real time, providing basic data support for subsequent beam control and performance evaluation. The bandwidth control module is connected to the signal detection module and is used to adaptively adjust the operating frequency band according to basic data and external control commands to achieve seamless switching of multiple frequency bands in the range of 25-28GHz. The thermal stability monitoring module is connected to the bandwidth control module and is used to sense the thermal drift of the antenna (4) during high-frequency operation and dynamically correct the control parameters. The structural state perception module is connected to the thermal stability monitoring module and is used to monitor the attitude change and mechanical wear of the rotating parts of the antenna (4) to support the structural health assessment of the system. The data feedback and diagnostic module is used to comprehensively process data from the signal detection, bandwidth regulation, thermal stability monitoring and structural state perception modules, output diagnostic reports and feed them back to the regulation system to form a closed-loop regulation mechanism.

4. A millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna according to claim 3, characterized in that, The signal detection module includes: The signal acquisition unit is used to acquire electromagnetic wave signals transmitted and received by the antenna, and to perform preliminary frequency, intensity and directionality data acquisition. The signal processing unit, connected to the signal acquisition unit, is responsible for digitally processing and analyzing the acquired signals to extract useful signal quality and beam coverage angles. The signal analysis unit, connected to the signal processing unit, is used to further analyze the frequency response and directivity of the signal, and to determine the working status and performance of the antenna.

5. A millimeter-wave wide-beam telemetry and control antenna according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bandwidth control module includes: The frequency band selection unit, connected to the signal detection module, is used to select a suitable operating frequency band based on the detected signal frequency and bandwidth requirements. The bandwidth adjustment unit, connected to the frequency band selection unit and the adjustment system, is responsible for dynamically adjusting the operating frequency band according to external control commands and signal conditions to achieve adaptive switching within the 25-28GHz range; The bandwidth monitoring unit, connected to the bandwidth adjustment unit, continuously monitors the bandwidth performance of the antenna to ensure that the frequency response operates stably within the target range.

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