I would like to hear from anyone who is (or was) using a phased array of antennas for LEOs. (For example, the LA2QAA 435-jpole phased array that appeared in the AMSAT Journal a few years ago).

In particular I would like to know - what antenna elements you used (jpole, vertical, something else) for the array - number of elements in the array - what coax relays/switches you used (brand/model/signal losses?) for phasing? - details of the computer controlled steering or did you manual steer? - what band(s) (2m, 70cm, other)? - which satellite(s) you were trying to receive and -your overall experience with how well the phased array worked (or didnt work) for LEOs.

If there's enough interest and/or replies then I'll write it up for an AMSAT Journal article.

73, Douglas KA2UPW/5