Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) communications, enabled by SKYTRAC and powered by Iridium Certus, offer unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators truly global connectivity for extended range operations.
SKYTRAC’s innovative BVLOS solutions overcome traditional limitations by utilising the robust Iridium Certus network, which leverages the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) L-band frequency to ensure consistent communication regardless of weather conditions or infrastructure.
The Iridium Certus Satcom network provides pole-to-pole coverage, ensuring connectivity for operations anywhere in the world, empowering extended range and complex mission profiles.
SKYTRAC provides diverse hardware options, including the IMS, the DLS-100, and the DLS-140, to meet specific size, weight, power, and interface requirements.
IMS™ UAV Satcom
SKYTRAC’s flagship lightweight and low-power Satcom solution utilizes Iridium Certus for reliable global communication, facilitating BVLOS communications, C2, smart data routing, and onboard application hosting. It supports Iridium Certus 200 or 700 connectivity for tailored operational needs.
The IMS™ UAV Satcom is ideal for global UAV and UAM flight operations, offering customizable power requirements to suit various platforms while delivering leading in-flight capabilities for diverse mission profiles.
DLS-100 UAV Datalink
The DLS-100 UAV Datalink provides a reliable mid-band solution for real-time control and data management.
This system integrates an Iridium Certus mid-band transceiver with a commercial GPS receiver, providing dependable real-time command and control, telemetry streaming, and efficient imagery and data transfer for UAVs.
The DLS-100 offers near-ubiquitous connectivity with 99.9% reliability, featuring uplink speeds of 22 kbps and downlink speeds of 88 kbps.
The ruggedized DLS-100 offers remote control and configuration via a web browser, along with user-friendly APIs for custom software development and connectivity options including Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and RS-232.
DLS-140 Datalink
The DLS-140 is SKYTRAC’s next-generation dual-mode communications terminal, designed to support BVLOS missions. The compact and low-SWaP unit combines Iridium Certus 100 satellite connectivity with 3G/4G LTE cellular capabilities.
Offering uplink speeds of up to 22 kbps and downlink speeds of up to 88 kbps over the Iridium network, the DLS-140 supports IP data transfer, voice communications, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Its integrated cellular modem ensures seamless switching between satellite and terrestrial networks, enabling least-cost routing and enhancing operational efficiency.
With support for optimized video downlinks, remote terminal management, and real-time data streaming, the DLS-140 is engineered for demanding airborne and mobile applications.
Empowering Extended Range UAV Operations
SKYTRAC’s BVLOS communications are designed with UAV, Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operators, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in mind, offering both broadband and midband bandwidth options for operationally efficient satellite communications. The technology’s resilience, global reach, and real-time responsiveness are crucial for the expanding applications of UAVs and UAM.
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