Cailabs, DataPath Partner to Deploy Transportable SATCOM Terminals

Cailabs has entered into a partnership with satellite communications (SATCOM) solutions and services provider DataPath Inc. to deploy a new class of transportable optical SATCOM terminals. The collaboration combines Cailabs’ advanced optical reassembling technology and optical ground stations with DataPath’s experience in deploying ruggedized, tactical SATCOM systems for U.S. and allied militaries.

The transportable optical SATCOM terminals will be integrated with Cailabs’ optical beam-shaping technology. Courtesy of Cailabs.

Cailabs’ optical beam-shaping technology, which enables high-speed space-to-ground optical communications by compensating for atmospheric turbulence, will be integrated by DataPath into the transportable terminals. The 10 Gbps optical SATCOM terminals will provide low probability of intercept, low probability of detection, low probability of exploitation, and anti-jamming capabilities.

The partnership follows Cailabs’ decision in 2023 to expand its presence in the U.S. by opening an office in Washinton, D.C. The expansion was made out of an interest to support the U.S. Department of Defense and the Space Development Agency in its laser communications roadmap, according to the company.