Study of materials and manufacturing technologies for an antenna distribution network in Ka band

A study for selecting the technology and material manufacturing for the distribution network of a low profile antenna in Ka band in order to provide Internet connection in commercial aircrafts through satellite link. It is presented the general structure of the network focused in new printed technologies for high frequencies such as Substrate Integrated Waveguide or Ridge Gap Waveguide. Simulated results for different dielectric materials in terms of transmission losses are provided