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Laser Beam Welding of Ku Band Waveguides for Communication Satellites

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S. Pamin, D. Ratnasami, J. Hermsdorf, S. Kaierle
Laser Beam Welding of Ku Band Waveguides for Communication Satellites
Proc. International Microwave and Optoelectronics Conference (IMOC) (2017)
Publication type: Journal Article (reviewed)

Abstract

Delivery time of products for satellite payloads is increasingly becoming a key competitive factor for companies in the relevant industry sector. This paper discusses a new approach of joining standard waveguide segments such as flanges, bends and straight segments. With the combination of using both a pulsed laser system and wire freed drive along with a special holding mechanism, a complex aluminum waveguide for the Ku band was welded. Measurement showed that the electrical performance exceeds the requirements.