Mostyn Enterprises

HF Tracking Loop Antenna

OVERVIEW
A loop antenna capable of providing over the horizon directional communication by using
the ionosphere to provide long distance links in a semi directional, operated from a
stationary position or in mobile operation.
 Block Diagram
RF Signal Loop Antenna

24VDC
24V  +5 V CPU
Bias Tee Bell 202 Modem Frequency Counter
DC-DC Converter
Navigation Unit

24V  +15 V
24V Filter Bias Tee HI/LO Relay Stepper Motor Stepper Motor
DC-DC Converter

24V  -15 V
DC-DC Converter

Bell 202 Modem

MAIN PROCESSOR
RS232
RS4XX
USB
ETHERNET
LOG AMPLIFIER
 Technical Specifications
• Two antennas, in either single or double loop configuration
– Loop 1, 2-11MHz
– Loop 2, 11-30MHz
– Dual, 2-30MHz

• Capable of traversing 360, and elevating from 0-90

• Self tracking using inertial measurement unit

• Power rating - 1kW

• Maximum voltage potential - 30kV

• Operates on 24-28V

• Communication via USB, Ethernet, RSXXX

Protoype
QUESTIONS
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 Engineering Capabilities
• R.F. • Analogue circuit design
o Switching Systems
• Digital circuit design
o Power Amplifiers
o Filters • Systems integration
o Splitter/combiners
 Resistive • Navigation systems
 Quadrature lumped • Data Logging
element
o HF Antenna Tuning Units • Turnkey Solutions
 Contact Details

• Mostyn Enterprises (Technologies) Pty Ltd

• Unit 5/12 Severn Street

• St. Marys 2760, Australia

• Phone: +61 (02) 9194 3470

• Mobile: +61 414 716 311

• Email: btainsh@mostynent.com