Measuring radiotelescope phased array feed noise and sensitivity

Douglas B. Hayman*, Aaron P. Chippendale, Aidan W. Hotan, Robert D. Shaw, Stuart G. Hay, Trevor S. Bird, Peter J. Hall, Karu P. Esselle

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Abstract

Various challenges have arisen in the measurement of phased array feeds for radiotelescopes. We focus here on measuring the equivalent noise temperature and the sensitivity of these feeds. We outline the differences between characterizing phased array feeds compared with traditional single horn feeds and provide results from our experience in developing phased array feeds for the Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2014 8th European Conference on Antennas and Propagation (EuCAP 2014)
Place of PublicationPiscataway, N.J.
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages3526-3530
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9788890701849
ISBN (Print)9781479924318
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2014
Event8th European Conference on Antennas and Propagation, EuCAP 2014 - The Hague, Netherlands
Duration: 6 Apr 201411 Apr 2014

Other

Other8th European Conference on Antennas and Propagation, EuCAP 2014
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityThe Hague
Period6/04/1411/04/14

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