Radomes And Composites

Sensor Systems radomes can be found on virtually all airborne military platforms flying today. In addition to military aircraft, Sensor Systems radomes can be found on shipboard, ground based, unmanned systems, submarine, and munitions applications.

Sensor Systems radomes are made from composite materials in our state-of-the-art composite facility. In this facility, we have an environmentally controlled lay-up room, paint booths, autoclaves, ovens, tooling department and a 5-axis CNC machining center. Our radomes use the most optimal materials for the given applications. Our radome designs include solid wall, A-sandwich and multi-layer construction and can be tailored to virtually all typical frequencies. The materials and construction are chosen to minimize loss at the specific frequency while optimizing strength and cost. Typical Sensor Systems radomes use fibers of E-glass, S-glass or Quartz and resins of BMI, cyanate ester, polyester, and epoxy. Finally, Sensor Systems has expertise in all types of radome coatings, including epoxies, polyurethanes, fluoroelastomers, and anti-static topcoats.

The following table provides a partial list of models, frequency ranges and general specifications. To review detailed specification sheets in PDF format, click on the composite model desired.