Anywaves Deploys the First Commercial Reflectarray in Orbit
Anywaves has just reached a major milestone: we’ve successfully deployed the first-ever commercial reflectarray antenna in orbit.
Designed for small satellite platforms (6U–16U), this new product enables high-gain beam performance in Ka-band for inter-satellite links or telecom missions, while maintaining a lightweight, compact footprint.
Built for the harsh realities of space, it’s one of the latest addition to Anywaves' portfolio of flight-proven antennas — and a strong signal of what’s coming next in advanced RF payloads.
Passive vs Active Integrated Space Antennas: What You Need to Know Before Your Mission Design
In this technical piece, our antenna expert Gautier Mazingue breaks down the pros and cons of passive vs active integrated antennas.
From power budgets and radiation tolerance to RF complexity and compatibility with miniaturized platforms, this article will help you make informed design decisions — especially if you're building a high-performance satellite with limited volume and mass.
NEW PRODUCT:
Very High-Gain X-Band Antenna for Next-Gen Payload Telemetry
Spacecraft are collecting more data than ever — and getting it down to Earth efficiently is becoming a mission priority.
That’s why Anywaves has launched a new X-band antenna specifically designed for high data-rate payload telemetry. With a broadside beam gain above 20 dBi, circular polarization, and operation across the 7.9 to 8.5 GHz frequency range, this antenna will meet the growing demand for faster, more robust downlinks.
Whether you're developing an EO constellation, a science demonstrator or a tech payload, this antenna will give your system the RF performance and link budget margin you need — without compromise.
BIG STEPS AT SMALLSAT
Anywaves is Proud to Host the 1st Ever SmallSat Kick-Off Party
Right after the Conference Welcome Reception, join Anywaves for the new unmissable Sunday night event that’s kicking off SmallSat Week with a bang! We’re bringing the beach vibes to downtown Salt Lake City for Big Steps at SmallSat — an open-air celebration packed with live music, tasty bites, a vintage VW photobooth, and plenty of surprises.
📅 Sunday, August 10 | 7–10 PM
📍 Abravanel Hall’s Plaza, Salt Lake City, UT
Whether you're here to network or just unwind after a long travel day, this is the place to be.
⚠️ Spots are limited! Registration is required, but entry is first come, first served — only the first 500 guests will get in.
Beyond Orbit: How Surface Missions Are Reshaping Spacecraft Design
What happens when a satellite has to land, rove, or operate in a dusty Martian environment? In this article, we explore how planetary surface missions are changing the game — and how that affects antenna form factors, materials, and RF performance.
LEO, MEO, GEO : How Satellite Orbit Directly Shapes Antenna Design
Think LEO means “easier”? Think again. This article explores how orbital altitude and environment impact antenna selection — from radiation shielding to beam shaping — and why the wrong orbit-fit can compromise RF performance or survivability.
What Is the Size of a Space Antenna?
From GPS patch antennas to meter-scale reflectors, antenna size in space is never random. Learn how frequency band, beamwidth, gain and satellite constraints all influence the final form — and why bigger doesn’t always mean better.
Anywaves & Nara Space: A Strategic Partnership Advancing Earth Observation and Deep Space Missions
Anywaves was selected by Nara Space Systems, one of South Korea’s most promising space tech companies, to contribute to two exciting missions: Observer-1, their flagship Earth Observation nanosatellite, and K-RadCube, a mission focused on radiation monitoring in orbit.
Both satellites are equipped with our S-band TT&C antenna, while K-RadCube also integrates our GNSS antenna.
But this partnership goes far beyond hardware. In June 2025, we had the pleasure of visiting Nara Space's facilities in Korea, where we met their exceptional team and gained firsthand insight into their bold vision for the future of Korean space missions.
We’re proud to contribute — even modestly — to the success of these missions and to support a partner as visionary and dynamic as Nara Space!
July 14 – 16
Tokushima, Japan
July 13 - 18
Ottawa, Canada
August 11 - 13
Salt Lake City, USA
September 22 - 26
Utrecht, Netherlands
September 24 - 26
Switzerland
Sept/Oct. 29 - 3
Sydney, Australia
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