XCAT-SPACE

A high-performance channel emulator for 5G NTN and satellite D2D communication testing, enabling precise lab-based testing of various NTN scenarios.

Features

ㆍReduces operational costs by conducting non-terrestrial network (NTN) testing in the lab
ㆍChannel emulation based on the 3GPP NTN scenarios
ㆍSupports handover testing between satellites

Functions

ㆍSupport latest wireless technology
 - 5G, Massive-MIMO, Beam-forming

ㆍSimulate various test environments
 - Scattering, Reflection, and Diffraction simulation by Multi-path fading channel

ㆍSatellite Communication Test Environment
 -  Optimized for satellite communication with RTT and Doppler shift conditions
 -  Satellite orbit mobility simulation
 -  Supports both LEO and GEO satellite communication environments




Specification

XCAT-SPACE specification. Item includes Frequency, Channel Bandwidth, Insertion Loss, Path Loss control, System Delay, Calibration tolerances, RF Interace, Max.power, Channel Models, Multi-path, Doppler Frequency
Item Specification
Frequency 300~6,000MHz
Channel Bandwidth 100MHz
Insertion Loss 0dB
Path Loss control 0~89.5dB
System Delay 3.1 us
Calibration tolerances |ΔAmplitude| < 0.35 dB, |ΔPhase| < 3 degree using external calibration hardware
RF Interface Scalable by 4, up to 64 per chassis, TRX port
Max. power +0dBm (CW) per RF port (input/output)
Channel Models ITU Ped. A/B, Veh. A/B, EPA, EVA, ETU, HST, 2D/3D SCM
Multi-path 8 per connection, each ranges from 0 to 25 us
Doppler Frequency Up to 450Hz (1350Hz for HST)