High-speed connectivity is essential for modern society to take next steps and thrive. This means everyone, regardless of location, should have access to internet speeds capable of handling demanding tasks like video conferencing, online gaming and large file transfers. Also, the time it takes for data to travel from one point to another (i.e. latency) must be minimal to enable real-time applications and prevent disruptions.
Achieving this goal requires infrastructure investments. This includes expanding fiber optic networks, deploying advanced wireless technologies and bridging the digital divide in rural and underserved areas.
Hughes Network Systems is a key player in the pursuit of ubiquitous high-speed, low-latency connectivity. Hughes bridges the digital divide by providing internet access to remote and underserved areas through their satellite technology.
However, while satellite internet has been a valuable solution, it has historically faced challenges in terms of latency. To address this, Hughes has been at the forefront of developing innovative technologies like HughesNet Fusion, which combines satellite and wireless connectivity to reduce latency significantly.
Recently, Hughes announced the shipment of over 5,000 HL1120W electronically steerable antenna (ESA) low-Earth orbit (LEO) terminals, solidifying Hughes as a top supplier of enterprise-class OneWeb LEO terminals.
The HL1120W terminal is a compact, self-adjusting device designed to easily connect to the Eutelsat OneWeb satellite network. Its advanced antenna technology eliminates the need for moving parts. With impressive download and upload speeds and the ability to swiftly switch between satellites, this terminal offers consistent high-speed internet access.
"We are seeing a digital transformation of both business and government services. This is creating a future where high-speed, low-latency connectivity needs to be ubiquitous," said Paul Gaske, COO of Hughes. "The EchoStar family of companies is meeting this demand by developing enterprise-class technologies that are mult-orbit, mult-transport, and globally available."
Hughes also develops and manufactures the gateway electronics and core modules used in every terminal on the Eutelsat OneWeb LEO system. These gateways are capable of facilitating more than 10,000 beam-to-beam and satellite-to-satellite handoffs per second.
"We are pleased to work with Hughes as an engineering and distribution partner for the Eutelsat OneWeb service," said Massimilano Ladovaz, COO of Eutelsat Group. "Our LEO constellation offers customers a high-speed, low latency global connectivity experience and together with Hughes, we are able to support digital transformations in business and government."
With this achievement, Hughes once again shows that it has a major role in shaping the future of global connectivity.
Edited by
Alex Passett
