source: gsc-europe.eu
source: gsa.europa.eu
Meanwhile, recent advances in GNSS antenna technology are enabling higher flexibility and adaptability, and the future trend is towards the development of multi-purpose antennas that can be used in different platforms and applications. For example, two user-segments that can clearly benefit from these advances are the mass-market for dual-frequency GNSS chipsets (smartphones, portable devices), and the professional market associated with future autonomous vehicles (cars, drones, ships, trains, and tractors).
source: chronos.co.uk
Two user groups
The objective of this call for proposals is to further develop Galileo-enabled multi-frequency antennas, close to market, for mass-market and professional applications.
This call for proposal aims at launching up to two projects to develop, test and assess advanced multi-frequency, multi-constellation antennas dedicated to these user groups.
In particular, the project aims to develop and test advanced antenna technology that is:
- capable of coping with at least the frequencies L1/E1, L5/E5 and E6 (except for the mass market, where at least L1/E1 and L5/E5 should be used);
- multi-constellation (Galileo and GPS, as a minimum), including additional innovations at the antenna level optimised for one or more mass-market and professional applications; and
- Commercially ready with a competitive cost.
Fundamental Elements call: At a glance
- Market segment: Transversal
- Deadline for submission of proposals: 08 March 2019
- Expected signature of contract: August to October 2019
- Maximum budget allocated: EUR 2.800.000
- Maximum number of projects: 2
- EU financing amount for each of the two projects: up to EUR 2.800.000 (70% co-funding)
- Webinar date: 27 November 2018
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