The focus was on how so-called user terminals—i.e., end devices for satellite connectivity—can be manufactured efficiently and in large quantities. Initial technical approaches were presented and discussed, and the participants were convinced: The challenge is great, but it can be achieved together.
A preview of the next major project followed promptly: With “5G-aNTeNna,” SAL is launching a multi-firm project that combines a compact, highly efficient phased array antenna with state-of-the-art 5G NTN technology. The goal is a user terminal with a technology readiness level (TRL) of 6. Interested companies and institutions can register without obligation until October 31, 2025: 5G-aNTeNna | SAL
Contributions from the following experts provided technical depth:
- Margit Mischkulnig, BMIMI
- Stefan Kön, TechniSat
- Franz Weiss & Ivan Tsvelykh, Infineon
- Tony Reilly, EnSilica
- Michael Schmidt, Joanneum Research
- Vasileios Karamanavis & Alexander Spaniol, Terma Technologies
- Christoph Spranger, VITES
- Prof. Andreas Knopp, Universität der Bundeswehr München
- Thomas Buchegger, Christoph Wagner & Stefan Wimmer, SAL
SAL would like to thank all speakers and participants for the intensive exchange and valuable input. The forum showed that the development of secure satellite communication is not only necessary – it is already in full swing.
