Gilat Awarded a Clean Sky 2 Call to Develop Electronically Steerable Antenna (ESA) for In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) for Airbu...
February 09 2017 - 8:12AM
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT), a
worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and
services, announced today a joint development project with Airbus
for an ESA IFC antenna funded by CS2JU, as part of the European
Commission’s Horizon 2020 program.
The fully embedded airborne antenna technology will be
demonstrated in-flight on an Airbus Technology
Demonstrator based on the C295 aircraft to support the Clean
Sky 2 (CS2) objective for more efficient and greener transport.
Gilat was selected to develop a Ka band ESA terminal
based on its Phased Array Antenna (PAA) expertise. The antenna
array will be embedded into the wing structure of the airframe
including the amplification and radiating elements. The
development will include the design,
prototyping, manufacturing, and testing "on ground" and
"in-flight" of the airborne terminal in collaboration
with Airbus.
Airbus is a partner in the CS2JU supporting technology
development for the benefit of society to deliver a more
sustainable, greener aviation transportation. Gilat will develop
the embedded antenna in coordination with Airbus to demonstrate a
full satellite communication airborne link without impact on the
aircraft performance. The Gilat ESA aero terminal will be installed
into the Airbus Technology Demonstrator for in-flight
validation tests planned to be carried out in Seville, Spain using
a Ka-Satellite with EU coverage.
The phased array technology of the ESA IFC antenna allows high
integration and embedding of the antenna into the airframe
structure, more specifically, as part of the panel fairing, which
connects the aircraft wing to the fuselage. The original panels
will be replaced by new composite structures with embedded phased
array antenna elements, thus eliminating any protruding components.
This solution adds the IFC capabilities without affecting aircraft
performance and maneuverability by avoiding aerodynamic drag and
reducing fuel consumption. The embedded antenna will contribute to
the reduction of CO2 emissions thus supporting one of the key
societal challenges: smart, green and integrated transport.
“Gilat is proud that its ESA/PAA technology was selected as the
leading de-facto electronically steered antenna solution, for an
aeronautical application. The selection by the EC gives us the
opportunity to join forces with Airbus, a leading airframe
provider, to collaborate on the future development of IFC. The
technology will support high IFC data rates and its scalable nature
supports customization for various aircraft types,” said Michael
(Miki) Barak, RVP Commercial Aviation & Mobility, at Gilat.
“Due to its fast electronically steerable beam capabilities, the
solution is suitable for IFC utilizing GEO, MEO and future LEO
satellite constellations.”
About Airbus Airbus is a global leader in
aeronautics, space and related services. In 2015, it generated
revenues of €64.5 billion and employed a workforce of around
136,600. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger
airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a
European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission
aircraft, as well as Europe’s number one space enterprise and the
world’s second largest space business. In helicopters, Airbus
provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions
worldwide.
About Clean Sky Clean Sky is the largest
European research programme developing innovative, cutting-edge
technology aimed at reducing CO2, gas emissions and noise levels
produced by aircraft. Funded by the EU’s Horizon 2020 programme,
Clean Sky contributes to strengthening European aero-industry
collaboration, global leadership and competitiveness.
About GilatGilat Satellite
Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT) is a leading global
provider of satellite-based broadband communications. With 30 years
of experience, we design and manufacture cutting-edge ground
segment equipment, and provide comprehensive solutions and
end-to-end services, powered by our innovative technology.
Delivering high value competitive solutions, our portfolio
comprises of a cloud based VSAT network platform, high-speed
modems, high performance on-the-move antennas and high efficiency,
high power Solid State Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters
(BUC).
Gilat’s comprehensive solutions support multiple applications
with a full portfolio of products to address key applications
including broadband access, cellular backhaul, enterprise,
in-flight connectivity, maritime, trains, defense and public
safety, all while meeting the most stringent service level
requirements. For more information, please visit:
www.gilat.com
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Contact:
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Doreet Oren
DoreetO@gilat.com
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