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Objectives
SkyWAN NG incorporates the new Turbo φ modem from the HEAT programme into the new SkyWAN IDU 7000 and updates SkyWAN with the latest available modem technology.
The results of the verification show, that the expectations are fulfilled and the modem shows a better performance than any other burst modem on the market.
This gives the customer:
- A higher throughput (10 Mbit/s) in all directions,
- Reduced outdoor unit sizing and cost, and
- Link budget advantages,
- Due to the best-in-class Eb/No values of the unit, together with the already known features of SkyWAN.
Challenges
- Productization of the Turbo φ modem
- Verification and optimization of its performance,
- Integration with SkyWAN software,
- New Unit “SkyWAN IDU 7000”.
Plan
The complete project is subdivided into the following parts:
- Specification and System Architecture,
- Development of prototype boards,
- Design and implementation of programmable logic,
- Adaptation of software to new modem,
- Development of test software for the hardware tests,
- Verification and certifications.
Current Status
Final Review; series production and deliveries have started.