Satellite
2023: Orbit to introduce the OceanTRx4 MIL andlaunch its Orbit Switching Matrix
(OSM) for managing multiple antennas on maritime vessels
Satellite DC 2023, March 14-16, Stand 1313
13 March, 2023 Orbit Communication
Systems Ltd. (TASE: ORBI), a leading global provider of satellite communications
solutions, is presenting its OceanTRx 4MIL advanced antenna system and launching
itsOrbit Switching Matrix (OSM) for management of several antennas on a military
naval vessel, in order to enable continuous satellite communication, even in challenging
conditions.
Orbit
will be presenting the OceanTRx 4MIL - a full MIL-STD maritime SATCOM terminal
- for the first time in the USA. The MIL’s unique four-frequency-band
capability enables simultaneous operation or automatic switching between dual
X/Ka, Ku/Ka and multiple bands, and optional fast, manual band swapping with
multiple BUCs per system. The compact system offers significant space savings
in any navy vessel existing today, while delivering extremely high performance.
As
well as being capable of working with different types of satellites and
offering operational flexibility, the waterproof, ruggedized system has been
designed and tested according to the strictest MIL-STD-810G standards. It is
suitable for operation in harsh environmental conditions, including humidity,
temperature variations, ship vibrations, and more, and offers superior stabilization
and tracking under severe sea conditions, all without any periodic maintenance
being required. The OceanTRx 4MIL system is also designed – and has
been successfully tested - for EMI/EMC immunity, in accordance with
MIL-STD-461G.
Featuring a switch box
electrical card configuration, and available in a fiber optic orcoaxial version,
the OSM is designed to perform RF switching between any Tx or Rx input port,
and any output port. Able to
connect up to 8modems to up to 8antennas, it can also aggregate multiple inputs
to single outputs, for example connecting a single antenna to multiple modems.The
OSM also enables smart handling of blockage zones, by switching between
antennas to support stable satellite link.
"We developed the OSM (Orbit
switching matrix) having identified a real need for a solution to manage an
array of antennas, in order to maintain continuous satellite communication for
vessels,”says Daniel Eshchar, CEO of Orbit. “The marine environment is
challenging and requires solutions that can withstand harsh conditions. We at
Orbit are proud of the Ocean TRX 4 MIL system, which conforms to military
standards and, together with the OSM, provide a complete communication solution
for marine vessels. Our maritime SATCOM products have been selected by over 25
navies worldwide, and can be found on oil and gas platforms, and on seismic and
support vessels.”
About Orbit
Orbit Communication
Systems Ltd. (TASE: ORBI), a leading global provider of airborne communications
and satellite-tracking maritime and ground station solutions, is helping to
expand and redefine how we connect. Orbit systems can be found on
airliners and jet fighters, cruise ships and navy vessels, ground stations and
offshore platforms. We deliver innovative, cost-effective and highly reliable
solutions to commercial operators, major air forces and navies, space agencies
and emerging NewSpace companies.