Novocomms, a leading antenna company has unveiled NovoSat, a new lightweight dual-port product with high-performance GNSS antenna covering the L-Band. Designed at Novocomms’ global headquarters in Birmingham, the NovoSat antenna is mechanically rugged, jam resistant and custom manufactured in the UK to maintain product integrity and security. This antenna has been developed specifically for use within high-density environments, urban canyons and extremely rugged terrains. It performs well in poor weather conditions, thanks to its high gain, giving unrivaled performance quality and positional accuracy whilst supporting dual port operation.
NovoSat uses innovative plastics within the manufacturing process to make it lighter than comparable products on the market. It weighs just 5 grams and is ideal for use in satellite phones or global satellite positioning systems. Traditionally, ceramics have been used in the manufacture of L Band antennas, making them heavier and more expensive than this latest model.
In tests, calibrated to SGS chambers, the NovoSat achieved a gain (RHCP) of 2.97 dBic, beamwidth of 97° and an AR at phi=0 performance of 130% at a frequency of 1.58 GHz.
Commenting on the performance of the prototype, Sampson Hu, CEO and founder of Novocomms, said: “Our new NovoSat product really does represent the next generation of L Band antenna, out-performing the competition when it comes to frequency, gain, form factor, efficiency and even price. This new product is ideal for electronic manufacturers working the fields of automotive, mobile devices, AUVs, wearables and also those innovating in the IoT space.”
Founded by Dr. Sampson Hu, a University of Birmingham alumnus, Novocomms holds over 100 global patent applications and is committed to continuous innovation. With its global headquarters in Birmingham, UK, Novocomms is well-positioned to offer local technical support, project delivery, and supply chain management to its clients.
The company’s cutting-edge antenna technology is used in a wide range of wireless devices, including laptops, tablets and smartwatches.
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