Turkey solves communication challenge in tropical regions with satellite antenna technology
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) produced in Turkey have successfully carried out their missions by using satellite communication systems specially developed for tropical regions. These systems were designed specifically to counter the phenomenon known as the “keyhole effect,” which occurs when the antenna points at a very steep angle toward the satellite, causing signal loss.
UAVs exported by Turkey’s defense industry to an Asian country located in the tropical region have managed to establish reliable and uninterrupted communication thanks to this technology. The new systems enable secure transmission of critical data such as voice, video, and command via geosynchronous satellites at an altitude of about 36,000 kilometers, providing continuous communication independent of geographical limitations.
The Turkish company CTech developed the SkyARX Ku 20 Qx antenna system to overcome this challenge. Equipped with four-axis movement capability and precise stabilization mechanisms, the antenna ensures stable communication and accurate tracking even when the satellite is positioned almost directly overhead.
Cüneyd Fırat, CEO of CTech, stated that this technology enables reliable communication, high-quality video transmission, and secure data transfer in both military and civilian operations, adding that Turkey has succeeded in pushing the boundaries of satellite communication technology even in tropical regions.
