http://telecom.esa.inthttp://telecom.esa.inthttp://telecom.esa.int/telecom/media/images/ESA_logo_rss.gifTIA news items. http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31621 General http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31621 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31028 The proposed activity aims to implement a new release of evolved Network Control Centre (eNCC) as the evolution of the current NCC. This new eNCC should be developed to enable interoperability with several Operating Systems and hardware, preventing the obsolescence of them. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31028 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31639 The project covers the transfer of a new 30%-class triple junction solar cell from development status to production technology. AZUR SPACE evaluates and optimizes all solar cell materials, processes and equipment with regard to cost savings, simultaneously improving performance, quality and reproducibility. ARTES 5 Technology http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31639 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31636 The mould is a significant element in determining the shape accuracy and surface finish of the cured CFRP reflectors. The work to be performed in the frame of this project is to define a new tooling method, curing procedures and if necessary material selection for antenna reflectors. ARTES 5 Technology http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31636 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31634 The mould is a significant element in determining the shape accuracy and surface finish of the cured CFRP reflectors. The work performed in the frame of this project was to define a new tooling method, curing procedures and if necessary material selection for antenna reflectors. ARTES 5 Technology http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31634 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31635 The mould is a significant element in determining the shape accuracy and surface finish of the cured CFRP reflectors. The work performed in the frame of this project was to define a new tooling method, curing procedures and if necessary material selection for antenna reflectors. ARTES 5 Technology http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31635 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31632 Telecom.esa.int will now be providing information on the status of closed Invitation To Tenders (ITTs) issued for ARTES 1 and ARTES 5.1 activities. ARTES 5 Technology http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31632 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=30793 Study Proposal for a UHF Transceiver Concept providing Telemetry-, Telecommand- and Data-Transmission for Low Earth Orbiting Satellites. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=30793 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31629 Telecom.esa.int has launched a new interactive tool to help companies interested in submitting outline proposals to the ARTES 3-4 and ARTES 5.2 programme elements. General http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31629 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=29438 The project scope is to develop the Azimuth (satellite modems, data and frequency converters and redundancy switches) and the Elevation (targeting IP applications) product lines. In the first phase, the existing product portfolio is renewed, targeting the different market segments with dedicated products. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=29438 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31628 The project scope was to develop the Azimuth (satellite modems, data and frequency converters and redundancy switches) and the Elevation (targeting IP applications) product lines. In the first phase, the existing product portfolio was renewed, targeting the different market segments with dedicated products. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31628 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=29020 The project objectives are to study the characteristics of fading from satellite systems using angle diversity (spatial diversity) for different reception scenarios and to develop a suitable channel model. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=29020 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31627 The project objectives were to study the characteristics of fading from satellite systems using angle diversity (spatial diversity) for different reception scenarios and to develop a suitable channel model. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31627 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31626 The project objectives were to study the characteristics of fading from satellite systems using angle diversity (spatial diversity) for different reception scenarios and to develop a suitable channel model. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31626 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31625 This project covered two measurement campaigns and the development of a new multi- satellite channel model for angle diversity analysis. The MiLADY CCN has consolidated the analysis of available MiLADY datasets, has defined a single-, dual- and multi-satellite time-series generative model including the generation of a relevant model parameter database for different environments and geometries and a software simulator. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31625 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31624 This project covered two measurement campaigns and the development of a new multi- satellite channel model for angle diversity analysis. The MiLADY CCN has consolidated the analysis of available MiLADY datasets, has defined a single-, dual- and multi-satellite time-series generative model including the generation of a relevant model parameter database for different environments and geometries and a software simulator. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31624 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31608 ARTES 21 SAT-AIS http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31608 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31259 In the context of aeronautical air-ground mobile data communications, the project is concerned with the development of network functions which enable interworking between legacy ATN/OSI and future ATN/IPS networks. ARTES 1 Preparatory http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31259 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31619 In the context of aeronautical air-ground mobile data communications, the project was concerned with the development of network functions which enable interworking between legacy ATN/OSI and future ATN/IPS networks. ARTES 1 Preparatory http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31619 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31618 In the context of aeronautical air-ground mobile data communications, the project was concerned with the development of network functions which enable interworking between legacy ATN/OSI and future ATN/IPS networks. ARTES 1 Preparatory http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31618 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=30337 The TESHEALTH project is dedicated to developing, implementing, qualifying and validating a telemedicine system promoting the use of satellite communications aimed at reducing the impacts of chronic diseases, improving life styles and empowering citizens to adopt a healthier behaviour. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=30337 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31612 The objective of BB-MED is to implement a satellite broadband service as an efficient first step for the deployment of broadband internet in the underserved regions of the UfM. ARTES 1 Preparatory http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31612 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31356 The SMART Project targets the development and demonstration of a low cost satellite access provision service using GEO satellite parked in inclined orbit on both Single Channel per Carrier and Multi Channel per Carrier access schemes. ARTES 3-4 Products http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31356 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31577 The project objective is to optimise the role of satellites in support of terrestrial mobile networks and hence to maximise the likelihood of take-up of an integrated mobile satellite system. ARTES 1 Preparatory http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31577 http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31603 The second ESA workshop on Advanced Flexible Telecom Payloads will take place from 17-19 April at ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. It is designed to present and discuss the latest technical and technological advances in satellite communications payloads with on board flexibility capabilities. ARTES 5 Technology http://telecom.esa.int/telecom/www/object/index.cfm?fobjectid=31603