Nicole Robinson, President DataPath, a Gilat company and leading provider in satellite communications (SATCOM) solutions, is paving the way for next-generation capabilities with its 30+ years of industry experience. Its tried-and-tested ground systems and modem technology form the foundation for new offerings that fortify the company’s position as a go-to partner for defense end-users.
Historically, defense sectors in the U.S. and allied nations relied on geostationary satellites with commercial frequencies like Ku and C bands. These required large dishes that made them less mobile.
Recently, the focus shifted to medium earth orbit (MEO) and low earth orbit (LEO), with companies like SES, Starlink, OneWeb, Amazon Kuiper and Telesat deploying satellite constellations in these proximities to offer improved capabilities. This change is driving a pronounced need for advancements in satellite technologies.
Capitalizing on the demand for advanced satellite technologies, DataPath’s next-gen antennas connect to multiple networks even in highly contested or congested environments. They enable tactical forces to flexibly, rapidly and reliably connect to new orbits and gain much-needed visibility. DataPath’s solutions also feature new modem technology and multi-orbit compatibility (Ka and Ku bands at MEO and GEO) that offer extensive resiliency and portability, representing a significant advancement in SATCOM technology. Like all of their products, they are made in the United States in their Atlanta, Georgia state-of-the-art production facility.
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Portability, security, sovereignty and resilience are the four pillars DataPath’s SATCOM portfolio embodies. Aligning with these tenets, its solutions use compact and quick-to-deploy technologies that have proven anti-jam, secure connectivity with portable antennas manufactured within the U.S. through a trusted supply chain. Above all, DataPath offers game-changing solutions for use in regions around the world experiencing ongoing conflict.
Its next-gen portables and embedded modem technology recently garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback from a reputed defense customer. The customer requested secure lab space in DataPath’s Atlanta facilities to incorporate specialized government features and technologies into the company’s next-gen portables. DataPath delivered on its commitment to directly addressing and integrating distinct requirements by promptly creating a dedicated lab space within its manufacturing plant.
Our advancements in transportable ground systems and multi-orbit modem technology provide for reliable, resilient and secure communications when connectivity is most critical
Such successes are powered by an equally intense focus on technology and the people who make it work. Its team comprises experienced professionals and freshers who blend long-standing expertise and new perspectives. This diverse combination showcases the company’s mindset of balance that drives novel approaches and creative ideas to be tested against proven principles and operational experience.
DataPath is on a mission to provide connectivity for all. It continually strives to bridge the digital divide in rural communities with small aperture terminals. These implementations bring satellite connectivity to empower applications in e-health, education, e-governance and voting platforms for populations that need it the most.
Progressing on its quest to connect the unconnected, it continues to democratize access to information for civilians and defense personnel fighting for democracy and freedom. Looking ahead, DataPath aims to develop advanced software-defined, electronically steerable technologies to leverage SATCOM, earth observation and satellite imagery. It is also working to unlock data relay capabilities and multi-constellation connectivity through ground and modem technology innovation.
In a world where advancements in space technologies remain disconnected from everyday end-users, DataPath is strengthening the idea of a truly connected world by making state-of-the-art SATCOM connectivity accessible to all.
