Smaller antenna tested for new offshore VSAT solutions

摘要

Smaller hardware for very small aperture terminal (VSAT) satellite communications have been unveiled for offshore support vessels in different sectors and regions. These terminals provide faster connectivity and access to more applications to improve operations on vessels with limited space for 1 m diameter antennas. These open new markets for VSAT providers and terminal manufacturers. KVH Industries introduced its TracPhone V30 antenna suitable for smaller vessels in Ql 2021. This commercial-grade 37 cm global VSAT antenna links with KVH's Ku-band network, including a high-throughput satellite (HTS) constellation. "Even the smallest commercial vessel can keep its business on track and crew connected with HTS connectivity," says KVH executive vice president of mobile connectivity Mark Woodhead. "It is designed to deliver operational needs and to enable crew access to web browsing and chat, email and calls wherever the vessel operates," he explains.