A podcast discussing innovations in satellite antenna technology and the use of additive manufacturing for space – with ANYWAVES
A discussion about how satellite antenna technology is changing to meet the needs of the modern space industry.
In this episode we speak with Nicolas Capet, the CEO of ANYWAVES – a French space company based in Toulouse and specializing in the design and development of satellite antennas. We discuss:
- Changes in antenna design brought about by greater demand in the NewSpace industry
- How additive manufacturing is used to create antenna systems for new applications
- The use of ceramic materials to enhance performance and efficiency
- Where the satellite antenna market is heading and the opportunities of deep space missions
About ANYWAVES’ products and services
The ANYWAVES S-Band TT&C Antenna - Test Cap compatible version is specially designed to meet the demands of satellite constellations. It is suitable for use in Low Earth Orbit platforms and operates both in transmission for telemetry and in reception for telecommand. The antenna's wide beam coverage also enables significant satellite availability for the TT&C link. It weighs approximately 139 grams and has the capability to operate in temperatures ranging between -120degC to 120degC.
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The ANYWAVES X-band Payload Telemetry Antenna is designed for LEO satellite constellations. It provides a medium gain with excellent axial ratio. The antenna is designed to provide a high data rate for the payload telemetry links. It is mainly used by NewSpace satellite operators aiming to launch constellations.
frequency
8.025 to 8.4 GHz
realized gain
12 dBi at 8.2 GHz
polarization
RHCP
LHCP
mass
59 g ± 3 g
The ANYWAVES GNSS L1/E1 Band Antenna is designed for satellite constellations. It consists of ceramic material within a very compact volume. The antenna features radiation characteristics within a compact design. It is also capable of withstanding harsh environments without radome. The product weighs approximately 88 grams and has the capability to operate in temperatures ranging between -150°C / + 150°C.
frequency
1.563 — 1.587 GHz (L1)
1.559 — 1.591 GHz (E1)
realized gain
> 5.5 dBi at boresight
> 4.3 dBi at ± 30°
> 1.1 dBi at ± 60°
polarization
RHCP
mass
86 g ± 2 g (with connector)
The ANYWAVES GNSS All-Bands Antenna is designed for satellite applications. Its design has a stable phase centre providing high accuracy. The antenna is optimized to cover worldwide navigation systems including INMARSAT in L-band. It weighs approximately 127 grams and has the capability to operate in temperatures ranging between -120°C / +120°C.
frequency
1160 — 1610 MHz (GPS L1/L2/L5, Galileo E1/E5a/E5b/E6, Glonass G1/G2/G3, Beidou B1/B2a/B2/B3)
1525 — 1559 MHz (Inmarsat L-band)
realized gain
> 0.15 dB @ boresight
polarization
RHCP
mass
123 ± 4 g (with connector)
ANYWAVES also offers custom antennas for various mission and frequency bands, as well as an antenna optimization service.