Tag: SATCOM
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Northrop Grumman’s Tactical SATCOM Payload Assembled for Space Vehicle Integration
Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully completed assembly and testing of its Protected Tactical Satcom Rapid Prototype (PTS-P) payload and delivered it to the company’s facility in Gilbert, Arizona, where it will be integrated with an ESPAStar-HP bus and next-generation digital processing subsystem. Built in partnership with the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command, the company’s PTS…
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RuggON Introduces AI-Powered VORTEX Vehicle Mount Computer with SATCOM Compatibility
RuggON Corporation, a subsidiary of Ubiqconn Technology and a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, announces its latest innovation, the VORTEX vehicle mount computer. Engineered for challenging industrial environments, VORTEX is built to deliver high-performance in demanding applications. The rugged system features a 7-inch touch panel powered by the latest Intel Raptor Lake Core…
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Space42 Successfully Launched Thuraya 4 Satellite Into Orbit aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9
Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has successfully launched its Thuraya 4 (T4) telecommunications satellite into orbit. The launch represents a significant milestone in Space42’s journey as a provider of premium geospatial data, geospatial analytics AI platforms and services, non-terrestrial networks (NTN), and secure connectivity solutions. The satellite was launched aboard SpaceX’s…
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ThinKom Solutions Integrates its Phased-Array SATCOM Antenna on SNC’s A-ISR Aircraft
ThinKom Solutions (ThinKom) and SNC have successfully integrated the ThinAir GT 2517 on SNC’s RAPCON-X aircraft to support SNC’s contractor-owned, contractor-operated (COCO) service programs. The aircraft recently completed its inaugural flight, a significant milestone for the aerial intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (A-ISR) platform, which has been selected for the U.S. Army’s Theater Level High Altitude Expeditionary Next Airborne ISR (ATHENA) project. Utilizing the Bombardier…
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Trending Satellite On-Board Computers in 2024
Satellite on-board computers (OBCs) are the central processing units within a satellite that manage and control its operations. They execute software to handle tasks such as communication with ground stations, data processing, system monitoring, and coordination of subsystems like propulsion, power, and attitude control. Designed for reliability in harsh space environments, OBCs ensure the satellite…
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Northrop Grumman Activates the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission Capabilities with EPS-R Payloads
Northrop Grumman Corporation has successfully handed over mission operations of Space Norway’s Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) satellites and completed activation of U.S. Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command’s (SSC) two Enhanced Polar System – Recapitalization (EPS-R) payloads, hosted aboard ASBM. The mission launched in August from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The two ASBM satellites…
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Orbit Communication Secures Israeli Defense Contract for Multi-Purpose SATCOM Terminals
Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a global provider of maritime and airborne SATCOM terminals, tracking ground station solutions, and mission-critical airborne audio management systems has announced that it has won a tender from the Israeli Ministry of Defense to supply Multi-Purpose satellite communication Terminals (MPTs) for mobile and stationary ground platforms, valued at approximately $9.1 million.…
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EDGE Entity MALATH Partners with ERA RF Technologies to Advance Satellite Communication
MALATH, an EDGE Group entity focused on facilitating trade with Turkish companies, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ERA RF Technologies, Türkiye’s leading provider of advanced communication solutions. Signed by Mr. Ali Demirhan, CEO of MALATH, and Mr. Adnan Kaya, CEO of ERA RF Technologies, at SAHA Expo 2024, the MoU outlines MALATH’s…
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Comtech Secures U.S. Navy Contract for Advanced SATCOM Modems and Support
Comtech Telecommunications Corp., a global technology company, announced that the U.S. Navy Information Warfare Systems Command awarded the Company a sole source contract for Comtech’s U.S. sovereign software-defined SLM-5650B satellite communications (SATCOM) modems, upgrade kits, firmware options, and technical support. The contract has a four-year performance period and is valued at more than $50.0 million. Funded orders…
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Quadsat Partners with CUSP Technologies to Bring Mobile Satellite Emulation Services to Africa
Quadsat, a pioneer in drone-based satellite network emulation, has joined forces with CUSP Technologies to provide cutting-edge satellite emulation services across Africa. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as Quadsat launches its Global Service Partner Network, designed to make its innovative technology accessible to customers worldwide. Revolutionizing Satellite Network Optimization Quadsat’s platform uses drones integrated…