SatCom Antenna Solutions
Compact Ku/Ka-Band Antenna Technology for Satellite Connectivity
Metarray™ and SmarTenna™ support high-performance satellite links for transport, maritime, aerospace, defence and broadband applications. From high-speed broadband connectivity to precision satellite navigation (PNT) solutions, novocomms is driving the future of Ku-band and Ka-band antennas for faster and more reliable satellite communications.
Product Families
Two antenna platforms covering Ku-band and Ka-band satellite communication on-the-move applications.
Metarray™
Our flagship technology powered by a proprietary dynamically reconfigurable metasurface architecture and controlled by the patented SmarTenna™ beam-forming algorithm. Delivers superior, electronically steerable beamforming in an ultra-compact and power-efficient form. Available in Cost-Effective and Ultra-Low Power variants.
| Architecture | Reconfigurable metasurface |
| Beam Control | SmarTenna™ (patented) |
| Bands | Ku-band / Ka-band |
| Duplex | Full duplex |
| Power | As low as 7.55 W |
| Target Orbits | LEO & GEO |
Super-Gain
A compact phased-array solution employing advanced 3D structures to achieve exceptional performance in a significantly reduced form factor compared to traditional PCB-based arrays. Smaller than Starlink, Hughes and Intellian at the same performance specification.
| Architecture | 3D phased array |
| Bands | Ku-band / Ka-band |
| Duplex | Full duplex |
| Form Factor | Ultra-compact |
| Power | 100.8 – 158.9 W |
| Target Orbits | LEO & GEO |
Detailed Specifications
Full product comparison across Super-Gain and Metarray™ antenna families. All variants are full-duplex with 36.6 dBW Tx EIRP.
| Antenna | Duplex | Rx G/T | Tx EIRP | Width | Length | Power | Call-out |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super-Gain | Full | 8.8 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 30 cm | 30 cm | 119.8 W | Ultra-Compact* |
| Super-Gain | Full | 11.2 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 40 cm | 40 cm | 158.9 W | Ultra-Compact* |
| Super-Gain | Full | 6.5 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 22.5 cm | 25 cm | 100.8 W | Ultra-Compact* |
| Metarray™ | Full | 6.5 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 33.6 cm | 31.5 cm | 44.3 W | Cost-Effective |
| Metarray™ | Full | 6.5 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 33.6 cm | 31.5 cm | 7.55 W | Ultra-Low Power |
| Metarray™ | Full | 8.8 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 56.7 cm | 31.5 cm | 45.2 W | Cost-Effective |
| Metarray™ | Full | 8.8 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 56.7 cm | 31.5 cm | 13.9 W | Ultra-Low Power |
| Metarray™ | Full | 11.2 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 56.7 cm | 63 cm | 45.2 W | Cost-Effective |
| Metarray™ | Full | 11.2 dB/K | 36.6 dBW | 56.7 cm | 63 cm | 13.9 W | Ultra-Low Power |
*Smaller than Starlink, Hughes and Intellian of the same performance specification.
Key Features
What sets novocomms SatCom antennas apart
Multi-Band Flexibility
Designed for satellite communication across Ku-band and Ka-band requirements.
High-Gain Performance
Designed to support LEO and GEO satellite communication use cases with Rx G/T up to 11.2 dB/K.
Compact, Lightweight Design
Suitable for mobility platforms and space-constrained installations. As compact as 22.5 × 25 cm.
Adaptive Beamforming
Patented SmarTenna™ algorithm enhances connectivity and reliability in challenging environments.
Cost-Optimised Manufacturing
Architecture and integration choices developed with BOM, production and deployment cost in mind. Up to 50% cost savings.
Ultra-Low Power Option
Metarray™ Ultra-Low Power variants consume as little as 7.55 W — up to 90% less than traditional phased arrays.
The novocomms Advantage
The best SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power, and Cost) verified Figure of Merit in the industry.
Hardware
Phased array antenna modules and IF processing boards
Application Scenarios
High-performance satellite connectivity for demanding mobility and fixed applications.
Transport
Rail, road and fleet connectivity for passenger broadband and operational data links.
Maritime
Reliable satellite connectivity for commercial shipping, cruise and offshore operations.
Aerospace
In-flight connectivity and airborne communication platforms with compact form factor.
Defence
Secure, resilient communication-on-the-move for military ground, sea and air platforms.
Broadband
Fixed and nomadic broadband terminals for rural, remote and underserved regions.
Get in Touch
Contact us to explore how novocomms can elevate your satellite connectivity solutions.
novocomms UK
Address: 146 Hagley Road, Birmingham, B16 9NX, UK
Phone: +44 (0) 121 392 9388
Email: Product.Info@novocomms.solutions
Web: www.novocomms.space
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