EECL was recommended to StarCloud (formally Lumen Orbit) to provide consultancy on RF link budgets for spacecraft communications. Within just one day, we completed the analysis and delivered a clear and comprehensive set of recommendations. The objective was to establish a high-speed inter-spacecraft data connection at X-band.
Our assessment highlighted the need for a custom RF front end and down-converter to minimize noise figure, enhance phase noise performance, and effectively filter unwanted signals. Based on our recommendations, EECL was selected to design, manufacture, and deliver the required hardware.
We successfully developed a flight-qualified X-band converter unit within an impressive 10-week timeframe. To ensure reliability, the unit underwent rigorous vibration and thermal cycling tests, and we delivered it with a complete data package—all at a cost lower than commercial alternatives.
The project concluded with outstanding results and a satisfied client. We eagerly await updates on the unit’s performance during its first spaceflight.
RF Space Payload Ground Testing
How do you test a complex payload with 18 RF connections at Ka Band?
Lunar Mission Payload Development
We were contracted by ESA to design a SpacePNT GPS receiver destined for the moon. The project is now fully delivered
ESA HydroGNSS
We signed the delivery of 6 flight units at SpaceComm Expo. All modules are now flying with exceptional results
University of Surrey 6G Test System
We delivered a precision RF switch box linked to GPS timing for 6G demonstration
ESA Radiation Testing
We undertook a radiation test campaign for ESA where we validated all ICs that we are flying to the moon in 2026 on Lunar Pathfinder
Starcloud : XBand LNB
We went from conception to delivery of a flight unit in 16 weeks for an X-Band LNB with extremely low noise figure, high gain and low phase noise
University of Surrey Metamaterial Antennas
We manufactured two large meta surface antennas and delivered them to the customer within 8 weeks
X-Band Radar Development
We took over the design of an X-Band radar module obtaining 100W of transmit power, aswell as optimizing the design, paving the way for commercial manufacturing
Quantum Computing Development
We developed a quantum computer RF system from scratch for the client and it is now being manufactured in volumes of 1000s
