Gogo. has been granted a patent for a method that enhances communication with low-earth orbit satellites. The method involves determining conditions for spatial channels, allocating antenna resources from a phased array antenna to multiple satellites, and establishing simultaneous connections through transceivers. GlobalData’s report on Gogo gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Gogo, Satellite communication link adaptation was a key innovation area identified from patents. Gogo's grant share as of July 2024 was 61%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Method for satellite communication using phased array antennas
The patent US12034517B2 outlines a method and system for enhancing communication with satellites in a low-earth orbit (LEO) constellation using a mobile communicator mounted on a mobile platform. The method involves a controller that determines various conditions related to spatial channels associated with multiple satellites. Based on these conditions, the controller allocates subsets of antenna resources from a phased array antenna to different satellites, allowing for simultaneous communication. The system is designed to enable efficient data transmission, including connectivity services for personal electronic devices (PEDs) onboard the mobile platform. The method also includes provisions for probing conditions, reallocating antenna resources, and performing handoffs to maintain robust communication links.
Additionally, the mobile communicator is equipped with transceivers that facilitate data exchange with the satellites. The controller executes instructions stored in non-transitory memory to manage the allocation of antenna resources and establish connections. Notably, the system can perform soft handoffs between satellites and is capable of connecting to three or more satellites simultaneously. The design emphasizes the use of a phased array antenna without the need for additional antenna element arrays, ensuring a streamlined communication process. Each antenna resource is equipped with its own phase controller, enhancing the precision of signal propagation towards the satellites. This innovative approach aims to improve connectivity and data transmission efficiency in satellite communications.
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