Airborne Satellite Tracking Antenna System for communication with the NASA ACTS Satellite.
The positioner supports a flat plate antenna, uniquely designed to require minimal radome volume. The control system tracks a geosynchronous satellite while subjected to the aircraft's dynamic movements.
Delivered Torque
Elevation (N-m) 10
Azimuth (N-m) 15
Max. Withstand Torque (Under Power)
Elevation (N-m) 40
Azimuth (N-m) 40
Velocity
Elevation (deg/sec) 35
Azimuth (deg/sec) 70
Acceleration
Elevation (deg/sec2) 40
Azimuth (deg/sec2) 40
Limit-to-Limit Travel
Elevation (deg) -5 to +95
Azimuth (deg) Continuous Rotation
Data Take-off Accuracy
Elevation (deg) ±0.08
Azimuth (deg) ±0.08
Rotary Joint (see note 2) DC to 18 GHz
Slip Ring (see note 3) Yes
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temp. (°C) -55 to +71
Storage Temp. (°C) -55 to +85
Altitude (ft) 55,000
Humidity (%) 95
Vibration 5g 20 Hz to 2000 Hz
Shock 15g 11msec 1/2 sin.
Operating Voltage (VDC) nominal 28
Weight (Kg) 10
ORBIT reserves the right to change product specifications without prior notice.
1. The AL-1615-1 is controlled by AL-1610-3E Airborne Controller.
2. For other frequency ranges consult factory.
3. The Slip Ring assembly is for internal use only. For custome use
consult factory.