I happened to run across this about an inflatable c-band dish and post for others that may be interested....Can you imagine these popping up in backyards everywhere...lol
World’s First Inflatable 2.4 Meter C-Band Inflatable Satellite Antenna displayed at Satellite 2010
Huntsville, Alabama, March 16, 2010 – GATR Technologies announced today the public launch of its 2.4 meter (m) C-Band Satellite Antenna System (an inflatable, deployable, large-aperture, satellite antenna terminal) at the Satellite 2010 Show at the Gaylord National Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
GATR has been fielding the FCC approved C-band antenna since August 2009, however, this is the first commercial/public showing of the C-band technology. C-band capability adds to GATR’s existing FCC approved 1.8 and 2.4 meter Ku-Band inflatable antenna systems and expands GATR’s coverage in remote areas of the world. GATR also plans to introduce its X-Band units later this year. GATR will also have on display the up-and-coming 4.6m and .9m antennas throughout the week with deployment demonstrations daily.
C-Band typically requires larger aperture antennas (2.4 or greater) making mobility a big issue. “Our C-band terminals fit into three airline checkable cases, making this the world’s smallest footprint for a 2.4m C-band terminal,” states Larry Lowe, VP of Engineering at GATR Technologies, “The size and portability of the GATR C-band terminal is perfect for situations in remote areas of Europe, Asia, Australia, South America, and Africa. It is perfectly suited for operation in the mountains of Afghanistan.”
About GATR Antenna Terminals
The GATR Antenna terminal is a deployable inflatable satellite communication solution serving the military, public safety and broadcast sectors. GATR’s unique design enables deployment of a 1.8, and 2.4 meter terminals in as few as two airline checkable cases, simplifying transportation and set-up, and making it ideal for first-in deployments, remote applications and contingency scenarios. The patented design combines the transmission power advantages of a large aperture antenna with the low weight and portability of a small aperture antenna.
About GATR Technologies
Incorporated in 2004, GATR Technologies manufactures the inflatable satellite communications terminals. GATR’s patented, unique design enables deployment of large aperture satellite terminals in as few as two airline checkable cases, making it ideal for first-in deployments, remote applications and contingency scenarios where transportation and space are limited (includes Military, Public Safety, and Broadcast markets). GATR also provides custom engineering services in these markets. More information on GATR can be found at GATR.com - GATR.com or www.gatr.tv.
World’s First Inflatable 2.4 Meter C-Band Inflatable Satellite Antenna displayed at Satellite 2010
Huntsville, Alabama, March 16, 2010 – GATR Technologies announced today the public launch of its 2.4 meter (m) C-Band Satellite Antenna System (an inflatable, deployable, large-aperture, satellite antenna terminal) at the Satellite 2010 Show at the Gaylord National Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
GATR has been fielding the FCC approved C-band antenna since August 2009, however, this is the first commercial/public showing of the C-band technology. C-band capability adds to GATR’s existing FCC approved 1.8 and 2.4 meter Ku-Band inflatable antenna systems and expands GATR’s coverage in remote areas of the world. GATR also plans to introduce its X-Band units later this year. GATR will also have on display the up-and-coming 4.6m and .9m antennas throughout the week with deployment demonstrations daily.
C-Band typically requires larger aperture antennas (2.4 or greater) making mobility a big issue. “Our C-band terminals fit into three airline checkable cases, making this the world’s smallest footprint for a 2.4m C-band terminal,” states Larry Lowe, VP of Engineering at GATR Technologies, “The size and portability of the GATR C-band terminal is perfect for situations in remote areas of Europe, Asia, Australia, South America, and Africa. It is perfectly suited for operation in the mountains of Afghanistan.”
About GATR Antenna Terminals
The GATR Antenna terminal is a deployable inflatable satellite communication solution serving the military, public safety and broadcast sectors. GATR’s unique design enables deployment of a 1.8, and 2.4 meter terminals in as few as two airline checkable cases, simplifying transportation and set-up, and making it ideal for first-in deployments, remote applications and contingency scenarios. The patented design combines the transmission power advantages of a large aperture antenna with the low weight and portability of a small aperture antenna.
About GATR Technologies
Incorporated in 2004, GATR Technologies manufactures the inflatable satellite communications terminals. GATR’s patented, unique design enables deployment of large aperture satellite terminals in as few as two airline checkable cases, making it ideal for first-in deployments, remote applications and contingency scenarios where transportation and space are limited (includes Military, Public Safety, and Broadcast markets). GATR also provides custom engineering services in these markets. More information on GATR can be found at GATR.com - GATR.com or www.gatr.tv.
