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Objectives
This activity aims to define the requirements for different frequency bands (C-, Ku-, Ka-band) and to develop a suitable equipment architecture that can be readily adapted to the frequency band of interest. A representative engineering breadboard shall be designed, manufactured and tested based, as far as practicable, on existing frequency converter and digital signal processing technology.
Challenges
Leveraging on expertise in interference detection algorithms at imec, the team customizes detection algorithms for use on-board the satellite.
Plan
Task 1: Define the requirements for the spectrum monitoring system.
Task 2: Investigate different architectures for implementing the spectral monitoring feature with existing technology. Select an architecture.
Task 3: Design, manufacture and test an engineering breadboard of the spectral monitoring hardware.
Task 4: Analyse the test results, provide a qualification plan and produce recommendations for further development (e.g. new features).
Current Status
Tasks 1 and 2 are completed, with task 3 in progress.
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