Planexus develops a new generation of inexpensive, energy‑efficient Satcom‑On‑The‑Move (SOTM) antennas for mobile terminals, enabling high‑speed satellite connectivity wherever and whenever it’s needed.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Mobile terminals that require high‑speed satellite connectivity often rely on bulky, power‑intensive Satcom‑On‑The‑Move (SOTM) antennas, which increase cost and limit deployment in remote or mobile environments.
Solution
Planexus designs a new generation of SOTM antennas that are both inexpensive and energy‑efficient, allowing mobile terminals to maintain high‑throughput satellite links wherever they operate. The antennas leverage existing space‑based infrastructure to deliver reliable connectivity without the weight and power penalties of traditional systems. By optimizing the antenna architecture and using cost‑effective materials, Planexus achieves performance comparable to bulkier solutions while keeping power draw low. The design supports straightforward integration into a variety of mobile platforms, enabling rapid deployment in cost‑sensitive projects. This approach helps industrial users maintain competitive communication capabilities in remote or moving contexts.
Target Audience
Primary customers are industrial operators and OEMs that require reliable, high‑speed satellite connectivity for remote, mobile, or off‑grid applications such as maritime, mining, construction, logistics, and defense.
Features
- Compact, lightweight form factor suitable for integration on mobile platforms such as vessels, vehicles, and field equipment
- Low power consumption architecture that reduces energy demand and extends operational time in off‑grid scenarios
- High‑throughput satellite link capability delivering broadband speeds comparable to conventional SOTM systems
- Plug‑and‑play interface compatible with standard satellite network protocols and existing terminal hardware
- Cost‑optimized manufacturing process that lowers unit price for large‑scale deployments
- Robust environmental sealing to ensure reliable operation under harsh weather and vibration conditions