High Levels of Connectivity and Real-Time Hi-Res Data Delivery
Spacecom and Orbit Communication Systems have concluded a series of tests of Orbit’s MPT30 and MPT46 multi-purpose airborne satellite terminals that demonstrated record-breaking performance in terms of uninterrupted connectivity and the delivery of high-resolution data in real time.
The MPT30 terminal delivered a 140 Mbps+ forward link and a 40 Mbps+ return link, while the MPT46 delivered a 50 Mbps+ return link with ample fade margins. The MPT terminals maintained uninterrupted connectivity to the network during all flight simulation phases tested. The achieved data rates enable high-speed, high-resolution video and data in real time from multiple onboard sensors.
Orbit’s modular, multi-role MPT30 and MPT46 terminals operate in both commercial and military Ka-band, using compact 30 or 46cm antennas. The fully integrated 3 line-replaceable unit terminal consists of an RF antenna assembly, a Ka-band power supply unit and a modem unit, making them easy to install and maintain onboard the platforms – which can include special mission aircraft, helicopters and UAS.
On-the-Move requirements have been an integral part of Spacecom’s AMOS-17 satellite’s design. Its powerful steerable Ka-band spot beams provide ‘coverage-on-demand,’ offering users a ‘centre of the beam’ connectivity via manual or automated beam steering. Keeping the designated platform in the beam’s centre enables the customer to receive the highest possible radiated power by using compact terminals, on top of the powerful 1-1,000MHz bi-directional spot beam capacity. This capability is extremely useful when high-capacity data and video connectivity are needed during fast deployment of airborne terminals.
AMOS-17 is the most advanced digital HTS satellite over Africa and the Middle East. The satellite’s cross-beam and cross-band capabilities deliver a new level of operational flexibility enabling multiple configurations of hub and remotes across continents. Its extensive C-Band and Ka-band HTS capabilities and Ku-band, maximize throughput and spectral efficiency. The unique steerable Ka beams enable customers to direct its required service anywhere in Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Central Asia.
