Kymeta Develops Full Duplex Ku Satcom Terminal with Metasurface Antenna

Kymeta Corp. has announced its participation in the development of a new full duplex Ku satellite communication (Satcom) user terminal. The terminal, detailed in a recent white paper, features a metasurface antenna and employs holographic beamforming technology.

The system is designed to meet the growing demand for mobile satellite connectivity, particularly in light of expanding satellite constellations and advancements in satellite technology. Traditional antennas, especially those for mobile applications, often face limitations in size, weight, power consumption, and cost, alongside performance constraints.

The metasurface antenna design offers enhanced flexibility for integrating multiple frequency bands within a single aperture. Manufactured using flat panel display technology with liquid crystal, the antenna supports full duplex operation across the entire Ku Rx and Tx bands. This capability makes the terminal suitable for various mobile SATCOM use cases.

The white paper, authored by Kymeta team members, explores the performance, size, weight, cost, and power characteristics of the terminal. The development aims to provide a robust and adaptable solution for satellite communication in mobile environments.

Further details on the technology and its findings can be found in the full white paper published by the Kymeta team.