How to test NewSpace Satellites...

NewSpace satellites are driving advances in wideband transmissions, digital signal processing and active beamforming. How can engineers verify system performance and ensure reliable satellite links?
Nov. 4, 2026

During the past few years satellite technology has taken a quantum leap forward and with NewSpace satellites wideband transmissions, digital signal processing, and active beamforming are becoming the norm.

Successful planning and technical verification of NewSpace constellations and their respective user terminals require the best software tools and the most modern measurement equipment. 

In this white paper, we take a close look at key technologies and how to test them:

  • system verification measurements and characterization of active phased array antennas, digital transparent processors (DTP) and regenerative payloads
  • over-the-air (OTA) measurements in frequency spectrum up to Q- and V bands and sometimes even beyond
  • satellite link planning and for large LEO satellite constellations

Explore the key measurement challenges in NewSpace satellite and user terminal development, from active phased array antennas and digital transparent processors to over-the-air measurements at Q- and V-bands and satellite link planning for large LEO constellations.

Download our white paper to explore the measurement techniques used to verify NewSpace satellite technologies and terminals.