Non-Intrusive, Window Mounted, Conformal Antennas

"We propose to undertake a design study on conformal antennas for USMC Radio Battalions. The Phase I study will identify and optimize wideband fractal element antennas (FEA) for this application through computer (NEC and FEM-based) modeling, guided by ourfirm's genetic optimization using efficient and proprietary hardware and software. The resultant optimized fractal elements fall within the firm's existing patents and pending patents, thus combining a successful design solution with the rights toimplementation. Both the approach and technology access are unique to our firm in this task. In addition to providing a design solution, the firm will also undertake proof of concept fabrication of wideband fractal element candidates on transparentsubstrates in preparation for Phase II prototype fabrication and testing. Wideband conformal antennas from fractal designs provide unique opportunities for application in vehicular, aviation, amateur radio, consumer electronic markets. Convergence towardsmultiple frequency use in wireless and telecom also requires a 'one size fits all' antenna approach easily met by the technology."