December 11, 2024
AUSTIN, Texas, December 11, 2024 – CesiumAstro, a leader in advanced space connectivity solutions, has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s Integrated Experiments and Evaluation Branch (AFRL/RVE) to design, build, test, and deliver a Skylark LMG Ka-band active electronically steered array (AESA) user terminal within 12 months. This development aims to support a wide range of demonstration activities with military and commercial low-Earth orbit (LEO) constellations.
“CesiumAstro’s Skylark LMG ground and aero terminals leverage years of customer feedback and internal R&D, achieving an exceptional fit for military communications, tactical operations, and defense agencies. Its versatility also extends to commercial applications, including satellite network operators, aircraft OEMs, network service providers, and airlines,” said Wayne Phelps, Director of Business Development at CesiumAstro. “We are excited to showcase Skylark’s industry-leading performance for military communications and in-flight connectivity.”
As a versatile platform, the Skylark LMG user terminal will enable AFRL to conduct demonstrations with multiple defense satellite constellations. Designed for scalability, the terminal will also support demonstrations with commercial LEO providers, allowing comprehensive testing across different satellite constellations.
After delivering the Skylark LMG user terminal to AFRL, the Skylark LMG aero terminal will undergo environmental qualification and flight tests. Designed for the in-flight connectivity market, its multi-orbit, multi-constellation capabilities offer the flexibility, reliability, and performance sought by both commercial and defense sectors.
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. Public Affairs release approval #AFRL-2024-6439.
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About CesiumAstro
CesiumAstro, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is a leader in advanced connectivity solutions for ground, air, and space. With additional facilities in Colorado, California, and the United Kingdom, the company delivers end-to-end solutions encompassing satellites, high-performance communications payloads, and advanced computing systems.
The company’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software serve diverse commercial, government, and defense applications. CesiumAstro maintains complete vertical integration with in-house design, manufacturing, and testing capabilities certified to AS9100D/ISO 9001:2015 standards.
To learn more, visit cesiumastro.com.
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