{"id":4915,"date":"2025-08-04T09:16:39","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T01:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp-productionenv-bjg9h2g2bgg5b8aa.southeastasia-01.azurewebsites.net\/news\/terasi-secures-esa-tender-to-develop-compact-w-band-satcom-antennas\/"},"modified":"2025-08-04T09:16:39","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T01:16:39","slug":"terasi-secures-esa-tender-to-develop-compact-w-band-satcom-antennas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starpath.global\/news\/terasi-secures-esa-tender-to-develop-compact-w-band-satcom-antennas\/","title":{"rendered":"TERASi Secures ESA Tender to Develop Compact W-Band SATCOM Antennas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.satnow.com\/news\/cover483_638898850012953155.png\" width=\"712\" height=\"378\" alt=\"TERASi Secures ESA Tender to Develop Compact W-Band SATCOM Antennas\" class=\"imageload removeImageattr\" data-original=\"https:\/\/cdn.satnow.com\/news\/cover483_638898850012953155.png\" style=\"opacity: 0;\"><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/cdn.satnow.com\/news\/cover483_638898850012953155.png\"><meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"712\"><meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"378\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>TERASi<\/strong>, a provider of pocket-sized radios that deliver gigabit-speed data links for defense, SATCOM, and telecom operations, has successfully secured the tender with the European Space Agency (ESA). This tender reinforces its position as a trusted deeptech provider to pioneer the development of Compact Active Planar Antennas for W-band Satellite Communication. The initiative unlocks the potential of the emerging W-band spectrum, in combination with TERASi\u2019s Aircore Technology, enabling the creation of ultra-compact, high-performance steerable antennas designed for high data-rate SATCOM.<\/p>\n<p>Rising bandwidth demands across Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to&nbsp;Geostationary Orbit (GEO) missions are driving rapid interest in high-frequency bands like W-band (70-90 GHz, which also includes E-band), especially for aeronautical, inter-satellite, and feeder link applications. However, higher frequencies bring significant complexity in antenna miniaturization and precision manufacturing, especially for phased arrays.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget-layout related-content-also-read-box my-3\">\n<h4 class=\"mb-0\">Also Read: How a Multi-Orbit Satcom Solution Gives Ground Stations the Best of Both Worlds<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p>TERASi&nbsp;addresses this head-on using a tri-ridge antenna concept and Aircore technology, delivering superior integration and SWaP efficiency. The project will adapt a proven tri-ridge horn structure (validated in Ku\/Ka-band ESA ARTES projects) for the W-band. TERASi&#8217;s Aircore\u2122 technology will further enable full integration of RF electronics and waveguide features in a single monolithic structure, ensuring high precision, low SWaP, and AESA-ready compatibility.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201c<\/em><em>TERASi&nbsp;<\/em><em>has been a trusted partner of&nbsp;<\/em><em>ESA<\/em><em>&nbsp;for some time, and this win further reinforces that relationship,\u201d <strong><\/strong>shared <strong><\/strong><\/em><em><strong>James Campion<\/strong><\/em><em><strong>, CEO, TERASi.<\/strong> \u201cThe antennas developed through this project will not only be compatible with the W-Band but will also lay the groundwork for the much-anticipated E-Band satellite communications. This marks a significant step forward in satellite internet technology, offering improved performance and expanded coverage for the European market.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The initiative addresses Europe\u2019s need for scalable, sovereign technology platforms like TERASi\u2019s, particularly relevant as commercial mega-constellations reshape global access. Keeping up with its commitment to enabling technologies that can scale into future flight programs, ESA has selected IETR, a leading research institute, to support as a strategic supplier, contributing expertise in active antenna design and theoretical analysis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TERASi, a provider of pocket-sized radios that deliver gigabit-speed data links for defense, SATCOM, and telecom operations, has successfully secured the tender with the European Space Agency (ESA). This tender reinforces its position as a trusted deeptech provider to pioneer the development of Compact Active Planar Antennas for W-band Satellite Communication. 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