Phased Array Technology

Phased-array technology uses an arrangement of antennas that allows the beam to be aimed in various directions electronically, overcoming the limited speed and reliability problems of a mechanically steered antenna. As a result, it greatly reduces size, weight, and power (SWaP), making it an attractive technology for defense applications such as radar, communications, space, and electronic warfare.

Digital beamforming has gained traction more recently with its ability to support many beams simultaneously, offering a highly flexible system.

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Phased Array Solutions

Phased Array Solutions

An attractive technology for defense applications such as radar, communications, space, and electronic warfare.

Phased Array Solutions

Phased Array Solutions

An attractive technology for defense applications such as radar, communications, space, and electronic warfare.

Phased-Array Performance, Expertise, and Solutions Across the Entire Signal Chain

Innovations in IC design and processes, such as flat-panel designs, are now making the benefits of phased-array technology available to non-military applications, such as autonomous driving, weather tracking, air traffic control, and more.

Phased array technology also allows for flat-panel antenna designs. These greatly reduce size, weight, and cost, and are among the leading innovations that are expanding phased array applications beyond the aerospace and defense markets.

Analog Devices offers a complete signal chain for phased-array antennae from the data converter and transceiver ICs to the RF front end. Our expertise in a wide range of technologies, including 28nm CMOS, GaAs, SiGe BiCMOS, SOI, and GaN can help you design phased-array antenna solutions with smaller components that work optimally together, reducing SWaP, increasing performance, and bringing your solution to market faster.