Semi-rigid bendable reflecting structure

摘要

A deployable reflecting structure for use in space applications, preferably for RF antenna structures, includes at least one rigid section having a reflective surface and at least one bendable section having a reflective surface and being connected to the rigid section. The bendable section is movable between a first, stowed position in which the reflective surface of the bendable section is at least partially overlapping with the reflective surface of the rigid section, and a second, deployed position in which the reflective surfaces are continuous and non-overlapping. <IMAGE> <IMAGE> <IMAGE>