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ANTENNA INSTALLATION
Radome Assembly
Upper Radome
The upper Radome consists of four panels, and a set of two panels are assembled to make
two sets. A Cap is then placed on the top of the Radome before joining the two sets of
panels.
1. Two panels are assembled.
2. Repeat step
j
.
3. Place the Cap on top of the Radome before joining the two panel assemblies.
As shown in gure 54, spread silicon on the binding surface of each panel, and connect
them together using M6 x 35L Bolts (
j
) and nut (
k
). Keep the bolts and nuts loosened
temporarily.
After joining the panels together, apply silicon to the panel seams ((
j
) and (
k
) as shown in
gure 55) from the outside. After applying the silicon, remove excess silicon from each bead
and clean the surface of the Radome.
Figure 49. Upper Radome Assembly
Figure 50. Spread Silicon between Radome Panels
j
k
j
k