Mangata Networks selects Honeywell to provide control systems for its 5G SATCOM network

PHOENIX - Mangata Networks in Phoenix needed a control system for their 5G satellite telecommunications constellations. They found their solution from Honeywell, also in Phoenix.

Mangata’s new highly elliptical orbit (HEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO) satellite constellations - made up of 32 satellites - provide communications and weather monitoring in areas that typically lack quality internet connectivity.

IACS is a comprehensive control and steering solution for satellites that ensures the proper altitude and position of space vehicles, which is essential for effective signal communication and solar power generation to keep the satellites operating efficiently.

Honeywell’s space IACS platform enables continuous connectivity for users of Mangata’s network of telecommunications satellites. The partnership aims to build secure high-speed connectivity for businesses and individuals in remote areas without adequate internet access.

"The traditional geostationary equatorial orbit (GEO) constellations already provide broadband and other connectivity solutions for consumers and commercial applications, but the existing technology has become too slow by today’s standards,” said Ricky Freeman, president, defense, and space at Honeywell Aerospace. “As a result, global telecommunications companies are modernizing their networks and have started to look to HEO and MEO to provide higher data rates while lowering latency. Honeywell has extensive experience and a strong pedigree in navigation, data handling and momentum control products. Each of these is well suited to support these HEO and MEO satellite constellations, and our IACS platform will provide Mangata Networks with the precision and reliability it needs to operate its network of telecommunications satellites."