X band phased array design for radar application

The design process and simulation of a phased array antenna for a coastal surveillance radar application in X band (8.8-9.6 GHz) is presented. A printed folded dipole is chosen as radiating element due to its feasible behaviour and fabrication facilities. The designed array consists of 5 rows of 144 elements each one, achieving a total dimensions of 260 cm width and 11.5 cm heigth.