Kymeta Demonstrates 5G Non-Terrestrial Network Antenna Technology
Kymeta, in partnership with Fraunhofer IIS, has presented its novel metasurface antenna technology designed for mobile connectivity in 5G non-terrestrial networks. The technology was successfully demonstrated in a moving vehicle.
Redmond, Washington – Technology firm Kymeta has unveiled its new metasurface antenna technology engineered to enhance 5G connectivity over non-terrestrial networks (NTN). The company presented the technology alongside Fraunhofer IIS in a technical paper published at the International Microwave Symposium.
The paper, titled "Dynamically Reconfigurable Metasurface Antennas for Mobile Connectivity in 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks," details Kymeta's advanced electronically scanned array (ESA) technology. It utilizes reconfigurable holographic metasurfaces to provide reliable mobile connectivity via satellite networks, addressing a critical gap in 5G NTN solutions.
Demonstrations confirmed the technology's capability to provide continuous connectivity, even within a moving vehicle. Tests involved a geostationary satellite and a user terminal antenna mounted on a vehicle that was driven around Kymeta's headquarters in Redmond, Washington. The trial successfully maintained connectivity during the vehicle's movement.
The company aims to provide 5G connectivity globally, irrespective of terrain or location. This would enable critical communication services across various sectors, including healthcare, logistics, transportation, energy, as well as emergency and military services.