Lockheed Martin Corporation
RADOME MEMBRANE BLADDER AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF

Abstract:

A radome membrane bladder and systems and methods thereof can comprise an inner membrane having an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, an outer membrane having an inner surface facing the inner membrane and an outer surface facing away from the inner membrane, and at least one port configured to control the supply of air provided between the inner membrane and the outer membrane. At least the outer membrane is movable between a state where no air is provided between the inner membrane and the outer membrane and an outward state when air is being provided or has been provided between the inner membrane and the outer membrane. Movement of the outer membrane can prevent, minimize, and/or remove ice or snow or other foreign material buildup on the outer surface of the radome (i.e., the outer surface of the outer membrane).