Our high data rate satellite communications equipment consists of a Harris C-Band antenna (right), a 3-axis antenna positioner, a solid state power amplifier, a frequency up converter, and a BPSK modulator.

The system is unique in that it employs a fixed beam mechanically steered antenna designed to minimize size and weight. This allows for minimum pointing error in the highly dynamic environment associated with ocean buoy based platforms. The small size and light weight permits the positioning system to respond quickly to buoy dynamics and preserve the communication's link. The antenna position maintains its accuracy to less than 1 degree pointing accuracy even in sea state 6 conditions.