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Exail Launches Spacelink-PCE: Advanced Propagation Channel Emulator for Satellite Communication Systems
Toulouse, France – March 11, 2025 – Exail, a global leader in space communication solutions, has announced the release of Spacelink-PCE, a next-generation propagation channel emulator. This innovative simulator is engineered to precisely replicate the radio frequency (RF) propagation channel between a satellite and a ground station, effectively recreating real-world RF conditions within a controlled laboratory setting. Spacelink-PCE empowers engineers to thoroughly evaluate, refine, and validate the performance and dependability of satellite communication systems, both prior to launch and throughout their operational lifespan in orbit.
Setting a New Standard in Satellite Communication Testing
Spacelink-PCE establishes a fresh benchmark in satellite testing, delivering enhanced performance and versatility to meet the evolving demands of next-generation satellite constellations.
- Extended Wideband Coverage: Featuring 1.6 GHz extended wideband coverage, the emulator facilitates comprehensive frequency testing, supporting missions that require greater bandwidth and higher throughput.
- Compact Design: Its space-saving 2U case design allows for straightforward integration into existing testing setups, enhancing accessibility to sophisticated testing capabilities.
- Realistic RF Condition Simulation: By simulating authentic RF scenarios—including interference, echoes, noise, and distortion—Spacelink-PCE provides engineers with a highly realistic and dependable platform to optimize satellite communication systems. This capability significantly reduces in-orbit qualification time and accelerates the readiness for operational deployment.
Expert Insight on Spacelink-PCE
“The exponential expansion of satellite constellations and the increasing need for elevated bandwidth and reduced latency necessitate that satellite operators confirm the resilience of their communication links, as well as the complete functionality of the payload under genuine propagation conditions—even before the satellite is launched,” stated Patrice Dezen, Product Manager at Exail. “Spacelink-PCE represents a significant innovation, providing the only solution capable of emulating the complete range of propagation impairments across a 1.6 GHz bandwidth. We are proud to enable engineers to anticipate and overcome challenges, thereby ensuring mission success and expediting the deployment of next-generation satellite networks.”
About Exail
Exail is a prominent high-technology industrial group specializing in cutting-edge robotics, maritime, navigation, aerospace, and photonics technologies. With a robust entrepreneurial spirit, Exail delivers unmatched performance, reliability, and safety to its clients in civil and defense sectors operating in harsh environments. From deep-sea operations to outer space missions, Exail enhances their capabilities with a comprehensive suite of robust, in-house manufactured components, products, and systems. With a global team of 2000 employees, the company operates across more than 80 countries, maintaining a significant international presence.
Exail was created through the merger of ECA Group and iXblue in 2022. It functions as a subsidiary of Exail Technologies, a family-owned entity focused on advanced technology.