FIRST RF CORPORATION STTR Phase I Award, November 2022

The harsh environment posed by hypersonic flight makes antenna design challenging due to extreme temperature exposure coupled with often competing mechanical/aero and RF performance requirements. FIRST RF proposes an advancement to its numerous conformal antenna technologies utilizing additive manufacturing of dielectric materials. This approach will decouple the competing RF and mechanical requirements and lead to significant advancements in sensor design and performance, reducing procurement costs and resulting in more robust antennas for high-speed platforms. Approved for Public Release | 22-MDA-11339 (13 Dec 22)