Active Antenna Modules

  • 4×4 antenna array including Ka-band active ICs
  • available for transmit and for receive
  • modularity allows for straightforward design towards multi-market
and multi-orbit communication
  • supported with Evaluation kits and comprehensive models of EM and behavioral performance

Scalable flat-panel antenna architecture with ConnecTile

Unlike traditional monolithic PCB arrays, we present ConnecTile™, a modular design methodology. ConnecTile™ refers to our small Antenna-in-Package (AiP) modules, and how they get instantiated next to each other, allowing terminal manufacturers to easily create large flat-panel phased-array antennas. ConnecTile™ simplifies design, testing, and manufacturing, while ensuring consistent, scalable performance across arrays of any size.

High-precision beamforming

Each of the 16 antenna elements is precisely arranged for high directivity, improving signal strength, link reliability and anti-jamming. The module supports 128 programmable beam states with integrated beam tables, enabling reliable tracking of LEO satellites and maintaining continuous links for fixed and mobile user terminals.

With the ConnecTile™ modules our customers can achieve the performance range across 40 to 60dBW of EIRP and 8 to 15dB/K of G/T with the best in class SWAP-C performance. 

Simplifying high-frequency design

Millimeter-wave design often creates challenges in shielding, testing, and yield. With ConnecTile™, high-frequency components are packaged inside compact, pre-tested modules. This reduces complexity for terminal builders—enabling faster development cycles, improved yields, and more predictable performance at scale.

Future-ready and versatile

Our ConnecTile™ modules allow scalability for multi-orbit, and across markets—from handheld and vehicle-mounted terminals to large satellite gateway stations. As demand for global connectivity grows, this flexible design ensures easy adaptation without reinventing the system architecture.

By combining phased-array beamforming technology with our ConnecTile™ modular AiP approach, the transmit and receive module deliver high performance, reduced complexity, and true scalability

Key features of ConnecTile™ modules

  • 4×4 antenna array supporting single beam
  • 16 dual polarized antennas, supporting single beam
  • scan range of 360° in Azimuth and 30°… 90° in elevation
  • 1V and 1.8V supplies
  • 128 beam states and integrated programmable beam tables per BFIC

ConnecTile™ Transmit module

  • covers full ITU Ka Band: 27.5 – 31GHz operation
  • 4 transmit beamformer ICs
  • EIRP at boresight of 40dBm, per module
  • Temperature and output power sensors

ConnecTile™ Receive module

  • Covers full ITU Ka Band: 17.7 – 21.2 GHz operation
  • 4 receive beamformer ICs and 16 high performance LNA’s
  • G/T at boresight of -10dB/K, per module