Transponder_Package_Salient_Characteristics.pdf
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- IFF Transponder Package Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- FA491324Q0004
- Issued by
- Department of the Air Force
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This document is a Salient Characteristics Sheet that outlines the requirements for a Transponder Package to be integrated into Group 1 and 2 UAS platforms.
The key details are:
Physical Characteristics: The transponder must not exceed dimensions of 64 mm width, 89 mm height, 26 mm depth, and must weigh 190 grams or less. The power draw must be 3 Watts or less, and the transmit power must be 250 Watts or greater.
Essential Characteristics: The transponder must be AIMS certified and at minimum compatible with Mode 3/C, with preference for Mode 3/S and ADS-B Out. It must be designed for integration with open-source autopilot software on Group 1 and 2 UAS platforms.
Antenna Characteristics: The antenna must be capable of operating at 1090 MHz and be integrated with the Group 1 and 2 UAS platforms.
This salient characteristics sheet is related to Solicitation Number FA491324Q0004 for an IFF Transponder Package, issued by the Department of the Air Force.
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Salient Characteristics Sheet – Transponder
Transponder Salient Characteristics
Physical characteristics:
-Dimensions cannot exceed: Width 64 mm, Height 89 mm, Depth 26 mm -Weight: Must weigh 190 grams or less -Power Draw: 3 Watts or less -Transmit Power: 250 Watts or greater
Essential Characteristics:
-Must be AIMS certified.
-At a minimum must be compatible with Mode 3/C, with preference for Mode 3/S, and ADS-B Out.
-Designed for Group 1 and Group 2 UAS platforms as SWaP are a priority. Can be integrated into an autopilot software.
Functions to be performed:
-Transponder will be integrated into Group 1 and 2 UAS platforms that run off an open-source autopilot software.
-Transponder must be able to be turned on and off for various missions.
Will be used as the primary method for traffic deconfliction in the airspace the UAS platforms will be operating.
Antenna Salient Characteristics
Physical Characteristics
- Must be antenna capable of using the frequency 1090 MHz.
Functions to be Performed:
- Antenna will be integrated into Group 1 and 2 UAS platforms that run off an open-source autopilot software.
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