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Isotropic Systems completes pivotal LEO test ahead of launch

Developer of transformational multi-link satellite technology, Isotropic Systems, has completed field tests demonstrating its ground-breaking new terminal is capable of tracking and establishing a communications link with a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite.

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The tests were conducted live, over-the-air, with Telesat at its Allan Park Teleport in Ontario, Canada. Isotropic's terminal tracked and passed bi-directional traffic to Telesat's Phase 1 LEO satellite whilst simultaneously connected to a Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite link, demonstrating Isotropic's multi-orbit, multi-link Satcom terminal technology.

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Isotropic’s cutting-edge antenna technology will allow full aperture performance across simultaneous connections to multiple satellites in any orbit. In addition to make-before-break handover support, the terminal unlocks multi-orbit communications to provide end-users with the increased flexibility for optimising their satellite capacity enabling ultra-high network uptime, quality of experience and service for a range of industry verticals.

With the initial testing completed, Isotropic Systems will officially launch later this year and unlock next-generation capabilities in connectivity for a range of sectors, including Aeronautical, Maritime, Enterprise, Government and Telecoms:

  • In the air, aircraft will access multiple satellites at once. Pilots will be able to connect to satellites for navigation and ground communications, while passengers can access high-speed broadband, live television, and enhanced entertainment options through entirely separate satellites.
  • On the ground, the land transport sector will unlock super-fast internet access enabling passengers to extend their office even if they are riding a bus or train.
  • At sea, fibre-like broadband will revamp the experience for cruise-ship passengers while ships can be tracked across the ocean, advancing digital transformation for the shipping industry.
  • Governments will be able to safeguard civilian and defence connectivity by accessing all available satellite bandwidth.
  • Businesses will unlock significant enterprise opportunities from the increase in global connectivity.

John Finney, Founder and CEO of Isotropic Systems, said: "This test shows the potential of our terminal to enable the full convergence of satellites systems from the ground across multiple-orbits and meshing networks together without compromising the user-end experience. We look forward to testing our products in preparation for our product launch this year. Isotropic Systems has exciting times ahead."

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Erwin Hudson, Telesat's Vice President of Lightspeed System Development, said: "All of us at Telesat are excited to see this first step in Isotropic Systems' LEO testing campaign. Isotropic's multi-link antenna is a promising, innovative technology that can provide increased flexibility and freedom of choice for customers pursuing multi-orbit connectivity strategies."

 

 

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