Tag: Communication Systems
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L3Harris Completes Key Design Review for SDA Satellite Communication Radios
L3Harris Technologies has reached a major milestone in its mission to provide the Space Development Agency (SDA) with space-based capabilities that enhance our national security. Radios enhance satellite data processing and communication systems, advancing the Space Development Agency’s mission to bolster our nation’s missile warning and defense capabilities. The company conducted a Critical Design Review…
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Viasat Achieves First Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity Demonstration in Saudi Arabia
Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications, announced it has successfully demonstrated direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in Saudi Arabia for the first time, in conjunction with its ecosystem partners. Viasat successfully sent satellite-enabled two-way messages and SoS messages to attendees at this week’s ‘Connecting the World from the Skies‘ event, which was hosted by the Communications,…
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Telesat Partners with SatixFy to Develop Landing Station Units for Lightspeed Network
Telesat, one of the world’s largest and most innovative satellite operators, announced that SatixFy Communications Ltd. (SatixFy), a company in next-generation satellite communication systems based on in-house-developed chipsets, will develop and deliver the Landing Station Baseband Units for the upcoming Telesat Lightspeed Network. Under the terms of a new agreement, SatixFy will design, develop, and…
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SatixFy and MDA Space Partners to Provide Modem and Beamforming Software for LEO Constellation
SatixFy Communications Ltd., a company in next-generation satellite communication systems based on in-house-developed chipsets, announced that it has signed a software development and license agreement with MDA Space Ltd., a provider company of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expanding global space industry. Under the agreement, SatixFy will provide the modem and beamforming software…
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MSSA and GSMA Collaborates for Mobile Satellite Communications and Global Connectivity
The Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA) is proud to announce a transformative collaboration with the GSMA, the premier global organization representing mobile operators and the broader mobile ecosystem. This alliance is set to push the boundaries of mobile technology, redefine the future of mobile satellite communications, and drive unprecedented advancements in connectivity for consumers and…
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Raytheon Secures DARPA Contract to Develop Ultra-Wide Bandgap Semiconductors
Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a three-year, two-phase contract from DARPA to develop foundational ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors, or UWBGS, based on diamond and aluminum nitride technology that revolutionize semiconductor electronics with increased power delivery and thermal management in sensors and other electronic applications. During phase one of the contract, the Raytheon Advanced Technology…
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Intelsat and Vodafone Partners to Enhance Satellite Connectivity in Remote and Disaster Zones
Vodafone and Intelsat, the integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator, today extended their partnership to offer wider coverage of temporary and on-the-move satellite connectivity services to organizations operating in hard-to-reach areas or disaster zones. The expanded agreement will complement Vodafone’s terrestrial networks by providing enterprises with broadband connectivity in remote and underserved areas. This means…
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NASA selects Intuitive Machines for lunar communications and Near Space Network Services
NASA has awarded a contract to Intuitive Machines, LLC of Houston, to support the agency’s lunar relay systems as part of the Near Space Network, operated by the agency’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. This Subcategory 2.2 GEO to Cislunar Relay Services is a new firm-fixed-price, multiple award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity task order contract. The…
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Mynaric Advances CONDOR Mk3 Production for Improvements in Yields and Supply Chain Issues
Mynaric, one of the leading providers of industrialized, cost-effective, and scalable laser communications products, today announced the successful advancement of the company’s volume production ramp for the CONDOR Mk3. Mynaric continues to work through previously announced production delays and has realized near-term improvement in production yields and supply chain-related bottlenecks. Production delays of CONDOR Mk3…
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Comtech Introduces Digital Common Ground Modem Product Line for DoD and Coalition Partners
Comtech, a global technology company, announced the launch of the Company’s new Digital Common Ground (“DCG”) portfolio of modems. Comtech’s DCG product line is designed to enable the U.S. Department of Defense (“DoD”) and coalition partners to move to digitized, hybrid satellite network architectures, which will bring forward a new era of secure, resilient, interoperable,…