The Pico Sling Blade KA, the most compact and lightweight in the ESA Blade family, excels in extreme conditions. Its robust design ensures durability and reliability, making it ideal for demanding environments for low bitrate operations.
For whom?
Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Communications: Facilitates advanced communication capabilities.
Real-Time Control and Navigation: Enables immediate control of aircraft and precision navigation.
Health Monitoring and Live Video: Offers real-time health monitoring and access to near-live video and imagery.
Dynamic Rerouting: Adapts to changing conditions with dynamic aircraft rerouting capabilities.
Applications:
Emergency Response: Critical for aid workers and NGOs.
Remote Operations: Essential for exploration, media, and construction.
Communication Enhancement: Ideal for transportation, agriculture, and mining.
Built to withstand harsh climates and scenarios.
Electronically steered antenna eliminates moving parts, enhancing longevity, and reducing costs.
Wide band Ka frequency for operation on multiple constellations.
Low SWaP suitable for field operation.
Facilitates Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications in remote and inaccessible areas, ensuring seamless communication.
| RF Performance | Ka band |
|---|---|
| Tx Frequency | 27.5 - 29.95 GHz 28.95 - 31 GHz |
| Rx Frequency | 17.7 - 20.0 GHz 19.2 - 21.2 GHz |
| Polarization | LHCP or RHCP (elect. Switchable) |
| Max EIRP | 31 dBW |
| Max G/T | 2 dB / K |
| Azimuth | Continues 360° ESA |
| Elevation | Beam steering range 10° to 90° |
| Control Technique | Combined IMU / RSSI / GPS (Optional) |
| Initial Acquisition Time | <30 sec |
| Re-Acquisition time | <100ms |
| Management | Ethernet |
| Power Input | 18 – 50 [V] DC |
| Power Consumption | Rx 65 Watts. Full Power 100 Watt |
| Interfaces | RS232, Ethernet |
| Weight | < 4 kg (8.2 lb.) |
| System Size (W/H/L) | 20.8 x 6 x 30.2 cm (8.1 x 2.3 x 11.8”) |