NSR-SDR-S/S
Vulcan Wireless
Full-duplex S-band software-defined radio transponder in a 1/3U CubeSat form factor.
Technical specifications
- Form factor
- 1/3U CubeSat
- Frequency band
- S-band
- RF power output
- up to 4 W
- Duplex
- Full-duplex
- Mission life
- 5 years
- Encryption
- Software-based; optional integrated TSAB (Type-1)
- Supported waveforms/services
- NASA NEN, TDRS-MA, USB, coherent turnaround/ranging, PROXIMITY-1, crosslink
About
The NSR-SDR-S/S is a fully integrated, full-duplex software-defined radio transponder built for small satellite applications with a flight-proven design. It packages S-band transmit and receive into a compact 1/3U CubeSat form factor with a built-in antenna switch for nadir and space-facing antennas.
The radio is fully programmable in frequency, waveform, and SSPA power level, and supports NASA NEN, TDRS-MA, USB waveforms, coherent turnaround/ranging, PROXIMITY-1, and crosslink operation. It is rated for a 5-year mission life and is suited to LEO, GTO, and cislunar/lunar missions.
Security is handled via embedded software-based encryption, with an optional integrated TSAB (Type-1) encryption module for higher-assurance missions. The transponder is compatible with a broad range of ground segments including AWS Ground Station, SSC, KSAT, Atlas Space, MC3, CCSDS-standard systems, NASA NEN, TDRS-MA, and DSN.
Documentation
No public datasheet yet — request the datasheet / ICD from the supplier.
