Multi-band transportable terminal
Abstract
This paper describes the design and performance of the CMI multiband transportable Satcom terminal. The terminal, which can be configured for C, K, or X-Band operation, has been designed for rapid deployment applications. The hardware was procured by DOD as a Non-Developmental Item, NDI, and successfully demonstrates the proof of this procurement concept for satisfying military communications needs. The advantages of using enhanced commercial equipment are discussed in terms of delivery time, performance, reliability and acquisition cost. Results of testing over both commercial and military satellites are presented.
- Publication:
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12th AIAA International Communication Satellite Systems Conference
- Pub Date:
- 1988
- Bibcode:
- 1988icss.conf..185W
- Keywords:
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- Antenna Design;
- Earth Terminals;
- Ground Stations;
- Mobile Communication Systems;
- Satellite Transmission;
- C Band;
- Defense Program;
- Electromagnetic Interference;
- Environmental Tests;
- Extremely High Frequencies;
- Superhigh Frequencies;
- Communications and Radar