INTREPID 300-5 3.0m L/S-band ground station

INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system for L/S-band

INTREPID 300-5 is a compact and cost-effective 3.0m ground station antenna system designed for high-precision space operations in the L and S bands. It combines a 3-meter mesh prime focus antenna operating up to 5 GHz with a professional alt-az tracking system, enhanced by the same proprietary technologies used in larger INTREPID systems, including FusionTCU, SpaceSyncAlign and SystemHealthSTS, enabling advanced control, simplified alignment and continuous system monitoring. With automatic tracking based on TLE or NORAD ID, advanced scheduling, and secure RESTful APIs for third-party integration, INTREPID 300-5 provides a flexible and scalable solution for satellite communications and space missions where lower cost is a key requirement.

Detalhes do produto

The INTREPID 300-5 consists of a 3-meter mesh dish antenna, the high-precision GS-100II antenna tracking system and the C106-HEAVY pier for installation on a concrete foundation. The mount features a reinforced mechanical design with high-torque motors coupled to precision gearboxes, ensuring optimal structural balance and stability. This design provides excellent pointing performance and a wind survival speed of 150 km/h.

Principais Características

3 meter diameter prime focus mesh antenna, for frequencies up to 5 GHz.
GS-100II weatherproof alt-az antenna tracking system, with 100 Kg payload capacity, remotely controlled with a standard network cable.
High antenna slewing speed, up to 6°/sec for each axis, sistema de segurança integrado com botão de paragem de emergência (sinais luminosos e sonoros opcionais).
Precisão de apontamento 0,05° com codificadores absolutos em ambos os eixos
FusionTCU tecnologia com a Unidade de Controlo de Antena de Nova Geração (N-ACU) integrada na Unidade de Controlo de Motores (MCU) para operações autónomas e segurança melhorada
SpaceSyncAlign tecnologia para alinhar facilmente antenas no local
SaúdeDoSistemaSTS tecnologia para monitorizar continuamente o estado de componentes do sistema de rastreamento, como motores, codificadores, dados ambientais internos, ventoinhas, tensão e outros.
Rastreamento automático com base em Erros de Tempo de Execução (fora de linha) ou ID NORAD (online).
Agendador avançado (Compatível com a linha de comandos SNAP) para programar o ponto e acompanhamento automático de um objeto com relatório
C106-HEAVY high load capacity pier for concrete base: designed to keep the antenna system permanently installed in the field.
Sensor de vento para INTREPID para guardar automaticamente a antena quando a velocidade do vento atingir o limite operacional.
Intervalo de temperatura de trabalho de grau industrial: INTREPID 300-5 antenna and tracking system is able to work in environments with temperatures from -25°C to +55°C
Disponível Documentação para programadores de API para integrar em softwares de controlo de terceiros.
Comandos de API baseados em RESTful protegido por cifragem com autenticação baseada em certificado
Compatível com opcional Software de controlo Radio2Space

INTREPID 300-5 Sistema de antena de estação terrestre de 3,0 m para banda L/S

Thanks to purpose-developed technologies, INTREPID ground station antenna systems can be used to support spacecraft exploration and satellite missions in Earth orbit. By integrating external receivers or transceivers, which are not included with INTREPID, the system can be used to receive telemetry data transmitted from spacecraft or to perform radio science activities. INTREPID ground station antenna systems feature high-precision tracking, enabling accurate spacecraft tracking with high-directivity antennas. This reduces background noise and improves the detection of weak signals from space. Remote operation capabilities allow precise control of antenna positioning and continuous monitoring, even when receiving extremely faint signals.

3-meter diameter prime focus mesh dish antenna for frequencies up to 5 GHz

To create a powerful yet compact and easy-to-handle ground station antenna system, we developed the 3-meter diameter parabolic antenna with fine metallic mesh construction that provides a large collecting surface while maintaining a low overall weight. A reinforced rear support structure preserves the rigidity of the parabolic antenna when mounted, preventing deformation and ensuring accurate pointing performance. This design also helps maintain an optimal parabolic profile. For ease of transport and installation, the antenna is shipped in four sections and can be assembled quickly on site. A specially designed quick-release system allows the antenna to be easily removed from the tracking system, for example for storage during extreme weather conditions.

GS-100II: antenna tracking system with FusionTCU

The INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system for L and S bands does not rely on amateur radio rotators, but uses the professional GS-100II antenna tracking system, specifically designed and built to be robust, precise and reliable for continuous ground station operations. The GS-100II provides a 100 kg payload capacity and is equipped with high-resolution absolute encoders on both axes, ensuring accurate pointing and stable tracking performance.

The GS-100II is enhanced by the same technologies adopted in larger INTREPID systems. FusionTCU A tecnologia, com a Unidade de Controlo de Antena de Nova Geração N-ACU integrada diretamente na Unidade de Controlo do Motor, permite operações autónomas, funcionalidades de segurança avançadas e coordenação perfeita de todos os subsistemas da antena. SpaceSyncAlign a tecnologia simplifica o alinhamento de antenas no local, enquanto SaúdeDoSistemaSTS continuously monitors motors, encoders, environmental and electrical parameters to maximize reliability and operational uptime. The GS-100II supports automatic tracking based on Erros de Tempo de Execução (fora de linha) ou ID NORAD (online), um agendador avançado para operações automatizadas e seguras Comandos API RESTful for integration with third-party mission control and ground segment software. This transforms the GS-100II from a simple tracking system into a fully manageable and intelligent ground station asset.

C106-HEAVY high load capacity pier

Due to its 3-meter diameter, the antenna can generate significant loads on the ground. When combined with the weight of the GS-100II tracking system, a highly stable and robust anchoring solution is required. The C106-HEAVY pier is designed to meet these requirements, ensuring permanent, long-term installation of the INTREPID 300-5 ground station antenna system in the field. Both the INTREPID 300-5 and the C106-HEAVY pier are intended to be installed on a reinforced concrete foundation and secured using high-strength anchor bolts. Installation and operation manuals for the ground station antenna system are provided, along with a reference design for the concrete foundation. This example must be prepared and verified by the customer based on the soil conditions and site characteristics of the installation location.

INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system for L/S-band: dimensions

INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system for L/S-band: specifications

Antenna diameter (m): 3.0
Tipo de antena: Foco primário
Antenna F/D: 0.38
Antenna gain (S-band): 31.5 dBi
Alimentação: não incluída
Working frequency: up to 5 GHz
Azimuth max Velocity: 6 deg/s
Elevation max Velocity: 6 deg/s
Altitude de Operação: 3000m máx., acima de 1000m com redução de 1%/100m
Max operational wind speed: 14 m/s (50 Km/h)
Survival wind speed (stow position): 42 m/s (150 Km/h)
Weight: 350 kg
Supply voltage: 1~ 230 VAC ±10%, 50 Hz (L+N+PE), TN-S
Interruptor de paragem de emergência

INTREPID 300-5: easy to control and integrate with Radio2Space mission control platform

INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system is natively integrated with the Radio2Space mission control platform that we specifically designed in order to provide you with the easy way to create or expand your ground segment. In fact INTREPID 300-5 is available with the Radio2Space APIs to allow developers to effortlessly integrate the operation of INTREPID ground stations into their existing antenna networks or mission control software systems. And it can be used also with the optional Radio2Space Cloud to let users manage one or multiple INTREPID ground stations remotely.

INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system for L/S-band: site preparations

INTREPID 300-5 ground station antenna system is designed to be installed on a concrete base with an underground duct connecting the antenna to control room that the customer has to prepare before the installation (suggested design is provided in the INTREPID 300-5 user manual). The image below shows cables and connections that are needed to connect antenna external unit to the control room. Power and grounding systems are needed and they have to be provided by the customer.

INTREPID 300-5 3.0m ground station antenna system for L/S-band: optional accessories

Kit Montagem em Fibra para INTREPID: permite controlar remotamente o sistema de rastreamento da antena a partir de distâncias muito longas, substituindo o cabo de rede por uma fibra ótica dedicada com até 2 km de comprimento.
Sistema de arrefecimento interno: sugestão para condições climáticas com temperaturas muito elevadas, se a temperatura interna na cabeça do sistema de rastreamento da antena exceder +55°C (pode ser instalada apenas na encomenda, não é possível adicioná-la posteriormente).
Internal anti-dew system: to prevent humidity condensation inside the tracking system enclosure, suggested in case of high humidity environments
VHF/UHF Antennas expansion mounting support for INTREPID: to install in parallel of the 3-meter diameter parabolic antenna Yagi antennas for UHF or VHF applications.
C106-HEAVY-F pier with legs: it allows you to use INTREPID 300-5 ground station antenna system without the need to fix it on a concrete base, thanks to the specially designed legs. C106-HEAVY-F pier with legs weights 200 kg, it’s designed to allow operation of a 3 meter diameter parabolic antenna.

Sistema de antena da estação terrestre INTREPID: muito mais do que uma antena

A antena INTREPID ground station é o resultado de muitos anos de pesquisa pela equipa de engenharia da PrimaLuceLab, que desenha, desenvolve, monta e testa internamente todos os nossos sistemas de antena. Desta forma, o sistema de antena INTREPID ground station oferece um desempenho inigualável em comparação com antenas standard prontas a usar, que não são projetadas para comunicação espacial: melhor rastreamento e precisão de apontamento, maior sensibilidade, melhor qualidade de engenharia e um ótimo design italiano!

Uma vez que criamos sistemas de antenas de estação terrestre INTREPID na nossa fábrica em Itália, pode tirar partido da relação direta connosco, que somos os verdadeiros fabricantes de sistemas de antenas. O nosso serviço de pré-venda pode ajudá-lo em tudo o que necessitar antes da sua encomenda de sistema de antena. O nosso suporte pós-venda pode fornecer-lhe atualizações de produtos de hardware e software que desenvolvemos especificamente para os nossos sistemas de antenas. A nossa equipa interna de técnicos formados é também capaz de instalar o INTREPID no seu local, em todo o mundo!