Helical/UHF Antenna supports simultaneous satellite access.
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Combining Helicore® technology with monopole-type UHF antenna operating from 300–800 MHz, DualMax-Helical/UHF is suitable for applications requiring simultaneous access to different satellite systems for emergency communication. Helical element can be tuned for GPS/GLONASS bands, Iridium network, or Globalstar network. Measuring 50 mm in length by 13.2 mm in diameter from top of radome to base, antenna includes U.FL connector as standard, and cable with customizable length and thickness.
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Maxtena Develops Combo Helical/UHF Antenna for Simultaneous Satellite Access
Maxtena has developed a high performance multi-band antenna that combines proprietary Helicore® technology with a monopole-type UHF antenna in a single form factor.
The DualMax-Helical/UHF combines two antennas with a custom cable and connector. The helical element can be tuned for the GPS/GLONASS bands, Iridium network or Globalstar network. The helical element is integrated with a monopole-type UHF antenna providing a frequency range between 300 MHz and 800 Mhz.
The multi-band antenna combo is an ideal solution for applications requiring simultaneous access to different satellite systems for emergency communication; two examples are Iridium and COSPAS-SARSAT or Globalstar and COSPAS-SARSAT.
“With this new antenna solution we aim to address those handheld applications where a single physical antenna is desired, but it needs to cover different services with very different frequency and radiation pattern requirements, such as GPS and VHF. Our patented technology integrates two completely different antennas in the same volume, with considerable size reduction, very low coupling and uncompromised radiation pattern control,” said Dr. Carlo Di Nallo, chief technology officer at Maxtena.
The antenna can be encased in a protective radome and measures 50 mm in length by 13.2 mm in diameter from the top of radome to the base. The interface is a standard U.FL connector and is also available as a SMA, TNC, or other. The cable length and thickness can be customized.
The antenna product can be used with Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB), Personal Locator Beacons (PLB), or an Aviation Distress Beacon (ELT) that transmits distress signals on the dedicated search and rescue 406 MHz frequencies. It can also be used with military radios and handheld navigational devices where the added advantage of simultaneous satellite access is needed.
About Maxtena
Founded in 2006, Maxtena has quickly become the recognized global leader in developing and producing innovative wireless solutions. They are engaged in designing, manufacturing and marketing a comprehensive range of embedded, external and custom antenna solutions for GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, COMPASS, Galileo), M2M, MSS and 4G LTE applications.
Maxtena provides antenna products and consulting services to businesses, the United States and foreign governments, and non-governmental organizations around the world. Their antenna products are ideally suited for portable wireless applications including satellite phones, military radios, hand-held navigation, GPS tracking, recreational devices and laptop computers. Their consulting services include feasibility studies, chamber testing and prototyping. For more information, visit http://www.maxtena.com.
