Safran DSI - LEGION S/X/KA Small-Size Antenna for Earth Observation
The LEGION 400 tackles the new challenges of the space industry, offering enhanced connectivity, faster delivery, improved value, and unrivaled flexibility.
This antenna system is designed to meet the demands of Earth Observation satellite tracking and the high-volume needs of Communication Satellite Constellations.
What sets the LEGION 400 apart is its patented tri-band S/X/Ka concentric feed paired with a sleek and ultra-precise pedestal. It’s equipped to support LEOP & Launch Vehicles with its cutting-edge S-band Single Channel Monopulse auto track feed.
Designed for Mega-Constellations
The antenna is meticulously designed for Mega-Constellations, ensuring optimal performance in satellite communication networks. It stands out as the most compact tri-band S/X/Ka antenna, offering versatility and efficiency in a space-efficient design. Equipped with state-of-the-art S-band auto-track Single Channel Monopulse technology, this antenna represents cutting-edge advancements in tracking and communication capabilities.
With the LEGION 400, Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (formerly Safran Data Systems, Inc.) provides customers with complete flexibility to build a scalable ground segment, offering a single-vendor solution for the entire system, including antenna, radome, RF, baseband, station Monitoring & Control, and scheduler.
LEGION Features
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Tri-Band S/X/KA |
The Best Ratio of Miniaturization / Performance in Any Configuration |
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Auto-Track S-Band |
Supports Any Kind of Operation |
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Simultaneous Dual-Pol |
For S-, X- and Ka-Band |
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Radome Covered |
Maximum Sustainability For Any Environment |
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Total Flexibility |
With a One-Stop-Shop for the Complete System (Antenna, Radome, RF, Baseband…) |
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The Future, Off-The-Shelf |
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Safran DSI
Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI) is a leading provider of cutting-edge solutions designed to address the evolving challenges of national defense and advanced space missions. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Safran DSI operates through specialized business units in Optronics, Space Solutions, Testing & Telemetry, Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT). Safran DSI leverages its parent company's innovative technologies and global resources to deliver unparalleled solutions across air, land, sea, and space domains.
Testing & Telemetry BU provides complete end-to-end solutions from instrumentation, mission systems, on board recording and transmitting to base station for monitoring and controlling data. Our complete solutions are platform agnostic and are adaptable to the customer mission needs. Our instrumentation and telemetry turnkey solutions for mobile and stationary systems. This includes, but not limited to, data acquisition units (DAUs), on board recording, ground receiving, recording, and processing applications for fixed and rotary wing, manned and unmanned systems, eVTOL aircraft, as well as missile systems and space rockets/launchers. We offer comprehensive data management solutions for operational aircraft allowing for ISR, Search & Rescue, mission data loading & data transfer and pilot training & debriefing.
Contact Details
Safran Defense & Space, Inc.
3005 Business Park Drive, Norcross, GA 30071, USA
Phone: 770-753-4017
Test & Measurement