Aeronix 802.16 Wireless Modem
Next-Generation Solution For Long-Range Wireless IP
The Aeronix WiMAX 802.16 modem combines state-of-the-art super-heterodyne radio technology and SDR architecture to implement a flexible and programmable solution for long-range IP wireless networking. It delivers data rates in excess of 65 Mbps over links of up to 75 miles between airborne, shipborne, or land-based platforms.
The Aeronix 802.16 Wireless Modem.
KEY FEATURES
- PHY Characteristics
- Implements the WirelessMAN OFDM portion of the IEEE 802.16-2004 Specification.
- Additional low data rate mode for discovery phase.
- Additional PSK modulation modes for high amplitude distortion environments (helicopters, propeller aircraft).
- Re-programmable as needed for application specific requirements.
- Doppler requirements for ground-to-air and air-to-air operation (>2000 MPH).
- Supports GPS Reference for enhanced timing performance.
- MAC Characteristics
- Implements the Point to Multi-point portion of the IEEE 802.16-2004 Specification.
- Hard-MAC/Soft-MAC split moves MAC code into host domain.
- Interfaces directly to public domain network stack.
- Re-programmable as needed for application specific requirements.
- Simulink traffic model.
- SCA Compatible architecture.
APPLICATIONS
- Air Relay - Over-the-hill communications link for VOIP voice, data, and imagery
- Campus Wireless Network - High speed secure building-to-building IP networking
- UAV Data Link - High speed secure data link from UAV to ground collection station
- Long Distance Direct Distribution - Direct distribution of imagery and information to soldiers on the move. Low speed backhaul to carry health and position information.
AERONIX 802.16 WIRELESS MODEM OVERVIEW
Aeronix has developed an 802.16 solution targeted primarily at military and homeland security applications. This modem combines state-of-the-art super-heterodyne radio technology with SDR architecture to implement a truly flexible and programmable solution for long-range wireless IP networking.
The Aeronix 802.16 modem, when coupled with high-performance directional antenna technology, can deliver in excess of 65 Mbps data rates over links of up to 75 miles between airborne, shipborne, or land-based platforms.
802.16 MODEM SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
The diagram below provides a high-level overview of the Aeronix 802.16 modem's system architecture.
Radio Features
- Operating Frequency: 5.725-5.825 GHz [UNI II]; 4.5 – 4.8 GHz (1494 Auth)
- Number of Channels: 4, 9
- Channel Bandwidth: 17 MHz
Modem Frequency Plan
- Reference Oscillator: 10 MHz
- First IF Fc: 20 MHz
- Second IF Fc: 570 MHz
Modulated Data Definition Profile (MAN-OFDM)
- 6.0 Mbps: BPSK
- 15 Mbps: QPSK
- 30.0 Mbps: QAM16
- 65.5 Mbps: QAM64
- 2.0 Mbps: BPSK1 [1]
- 22.5 Mbps: 8PSK1 [1]
- 30.0 Mbps: 16PSK1 [1]
[1] Note: additional modes for (1) Initial Lockup and (2) Rotorcraft