As Iridium Qualified Antenna products for Iridium Certus 9704 modules, KYOCERA AVX introduced a new LDS cap antenna and evaluation board designed for Iridium satellite IoT applications.
The new the new KYOCERA AVX LDS cap antenna developed for Iridium an embedded antenna optimized for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites used to provide seamless connectivity and data exchange for IoT devices anywhere in the world, performs better than the ceramic patch antennas typically used in these applications.
The new LDS cap antenna is made using laser direct structuring (LDS) technology, which is an effective method for producing intricate, compact, lightweight, wide-bandwidth, and high-gain 3D antenna designs on a variety of substrates.
The New KYOCERA AVX LDS Cap Antenna Developed For Iridium Supports:
- GNSS (1,559–1,610MHz) and Iridium (1,616–1626.5MHz) frequencies with ~2dBi peak gain and 60% efficiency,
- Delivers reliable performance in challenging environments, including over metal.
- Rated for 4W power handling, 50? feed point impedance,
- Operating temperatures extending from -40° to +85°C.
- Proven to withstand exposure to high temperatures, high humidity, and salt spray, compliant with the latest RoHS and REACH directives,
- Packaged and shipped on tape and reel for automated assembly with reflow soldering.
It is lighter and smaller than ceramic patch antennas and has superior gain from zenith to horizon and excellent right-hand circular polarization (RHCP), which maximizes satellite visibility and reliability and is particularly helpful for enhancing the connectivity of low elevation angles. Additionally, compared to patch antennas, it has a larger bandwidth and a higher radiation efficiency.
Measuring 35.7 mm in diameter and 17.98 mm in high, this innovative on-board antenna has a small, light form factor with a unique design. It weighs 6.85 g, makes SMT assembly simple, and enables device manufacturers to put components on its underside, conserving space on the main PCB board.
The new antenna is expressly designed for satellite connectivity, targeted for satellite IoT applications, and well-suited for applications including telematics, asset tracking, remote monitoring, smart farming, and smart city applications. And earlier this year, it was shortlisted for Electronic Specifier’s Electronics Excellence Awards in the passive product category.
Both The KYOCERA AVX LDS cap antenna And Its 70 x 70 x 32.5mm (L x W x H) evaluation board Designed To:
- Enable seamless integration and support quicker time to market,
- Designated as Iridium Qualified Antenna products for Iridium Certus 9704 products,
- Including the Iridium Certus 9704 IoT moduleand Iridium Certus 9704 satellite IoT developer kit.
- The Iridium Certus 9704 IoT module with Iridium Messaging Transport®(IMT®) technology is the company’s smallest, most powerful module.
With larger file size transfers and faster messaging than earlier Iridium IoT modules, this module is perfect for satellite IoT applications that need real-time data analysis, analytics, and automated decision-making.
It enables IIoT, M2M, predictive maintenance, remote asset tracking, remote sensing, and uncrewed aircraft, vehicle, and vessel command and control applications. Additionally, it can assist businesses in embracing the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT), which combines AI and IoT.
Leadership Comments
“The Iridium Certus 9704 IoT module packs tons of crucial and value-added capabilities into a small form factor to better support the growing satellite IoT market,” said Omid Nia, Ph.D., Associate Director – Product Engineering and Certification at Iridium. “KYOCERA AVX’s LDS antenna performance is excellent. It meets all defined Iridium performance and compliance requirements and is officially qualified for use with the Iridium Certus 9704.”
“Iridium is the global leader in satellite IoT applications, so we’re honored to have had the opportunity to collaborate with them on the development of our latest innovative LDS cap antenna and enable their cutting-edge satellite IoT solutions,” said Carmen Redondo, Director of Global Marketing – Antennas at KYOCERA AVX.
“Our team’s expertise in antenna design allowed us to help the Iridium team overcome challenges posed by traditional ceramic patch antennas and satisfy the unique demands of satellite IoT applications. Our antenna’s RHCP and constant gain from zenith to horizon are especially advantageous for LEO satellite connectivity at low elevation angles, and its peak gain of approximately 2dBi and 60% efficiency ensures reliable performance in challenging environments in various industries. We also optimized its size, performance, and integration flexibility to quicken customers’ time to market, and — like Iridium — are excited to see how customers implement this new technology and the Iridium Certus 9704 IoT solutions it enables, added Carmen.”
To learn more about the KYOCERA AVX LDS cap antenna and evaluation board developed for Iridium satellite IoT applications, its L-Band LDS cap antenna and evaluation board for other satellite IoT applications, LDS technology, and the complete portfolio of KYOCERA AVX antennas, visit the links embedded here and above and.
One attending Embedded World North America, November 4–6 in Anaheim, California, visit KYOCERA AVX at booth #6021e.
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