In order to leverage the vehicle’s full capabilities in the field, the customer needed a solution that supported high-throughput, long-distance communication, with a minimum range of 3 km. Moreover, it needed to be small and lightweight to help minimize the total weight of the flyer while also consuming minimal power to maximize the flyer’s battery life.
Given the customer’s numerous government and international customers, they were also looking for a communication solution that operates at ISM bands but also has the flexibility to switch to licensed-band frequencies when needed.