Innovative Antenna Solutions for Unmanned Systems
Southwest Antennas stands at the forefront of high-performance RF antenna design and manufacturing, collaborating with Unmanned Systems Technology (UST) to showcase their advanced capabilities. Their ‘Platinum’ profile emphasizes the versatility of their radio-agnostic antennas, which are suitable for a wide range of applications, including military operations, law enforcement, homeland security, and broadcast video.
Ultra-Flex Omni Antennas: Compact and Resilient
The Ultra-Flex Omni Antennas are engineered to deliver remarkable communication performance within a compact form factor, making them perfect for unmanned ground systems. These antennas incorporate a sealed spring base that can flex ±90 degrees from the vertical position, minimizing the risk of damage from impacts with surrounding objects.This design is notably beneficial for ground robotics that may navigate under low-hanging obstacles.
Additionally, these antennas are utilized in UAV systems that have the necessary ground clearance and payload capacity for external antennas. They operate across a frequency range of 902 MHz to 6,000 MHz and come with various RF connector options. When paired with a waterproof RF connector, they can withstand submersion up to 20 meters.
Gooseneck Omni-Directional Antennas: Versatile Deployment
Southwest Antennas’ gooseneck omni-directional antennas are extensively used in unmanned ground systems, handheld controllers, and ground control stations. The flexible RF coaxial gooseneck base allows the antenna to maintain non-vertical angles, which is crucial for handheld devices or radio systems that are not positioned on flat surfaces.
These antennas can also be customized with slant angles for use in MIMO and MANET mesh radio systems, enhancing polarization and spatial diversity, particularly in environments that benefit from multipath propagation.
Cylindrical Sector Antennas: Efficient communication
Cylindrical sector antennas are ideal for base stations that manage communication with aircraft over long distances or near the horizon. they are often used alongside omni-directional antennas. The compact design of these directional sector antennas, housed in a cylindrical radome, facilitates easy transport and setup.An indicator on the radome’s top shows the direction of signal transmission and reception.
Advanced Omni-Directional Antennas for MIMO/MANET Systems
Southwest Antennas has developed a series of omni-directional antennas specifically for multi-port MIMO/MANET radio systems. These antennas feature slant left and slant right polarization, enhancing performance in high multipath environments. With various mounting options and configurations of two or four ports, they offer significant operational versatility.
The compact size of these antennas makes them suitable for unmanned and autonomous ground systems, base stations, and larger UAV platforms.
Multi-Port Sector Antennas: Focused Coverage
For MIMO and MANET systems, multi-port sector antennas are available, providing targeted coverage in specific areas. These antennas are particularly effective for ground control systems and fixed-site infrastructure, with beamwidth options ranging from 60° to 120°, and configurations of two, three, or four ports.
Robust Filter Options for Interference Management
Southwest Antennas also offers a variety of filter solutions designed to mitigate interference from nearby transmitters, which can disrupt vehicle or control system operations. These compact, durable filters are built for all-weather performance and can be installed in either direction.
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