Patents Represented by Attorney Jerry G. Flehr Hohbach Test Albritton and Hebert LLP Wright
  • Patent number: 5850199
    Abstract: A mobile tracking antenna for microwave signals from a satellite or distant transmitter includes a micro- electromechanical system produced by semiconductor processing. Specifically several micro faceted reflector segments have their facets selectively controlled by a feedback control system and reflects the signal onto a four sector horn which then by error signals actuates electrostatic positioning means on the micro facets to center the signal on the optimum receiving portion of the horn. Each segment covers a portion of the 360.degree. receiving spectrum. The particular segment is selected by a maximum signal being received.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 15, 1998
    Assignee: BEI Sensors & Systems Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lawrence A. Wan, Asad M. Madni