Case Study: Large Space Company achieves accurate, on-site large-antenna radiation-pattern characterization ahead of schedule and under budget with Keysight's sUAS solution

Large Space Company - Customer Case Study

Large Space Company had designed a specialized antenna for a space exploration mission but needed an accurate radiation-pattern characterization for design validation. Because the antenna was large and a typical pattern-measurement setup was impractical, they worked with Keysight and used Keysight’s proprietary small Unmanned Aerial System (sUAS) and antenna test and calibration services (including in‑situ measurements or testing at Keysight’s Iowa facility).

Keysight implemented its sUAS-based measurement solution to capture impedance plots and both 2D and 3D radiation patterns, enabling thorough, accurate characterization of the antenna. The work was delivered ahead of schedule and under budget, demonstrating measurable impact in reduced time and cost while meeting all validation deliverables.