Carillon Technologies Unveils New Satellite Terminal Tech
The New Haven-based company debuted its ReflecTek architecture at the 2026 IEEE International Phased Array Symposium.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Semiconductors
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Carillon Technologies presented its new ReflecTek satellite terminal technology at the 2026 IEEE International Phased Array Symposium in Boston. The firm also showcased its Darpana optical phased array technology during the event.
Why it matters
ReflecTek aims to lower the cost, power consumption, and complexity of electronically steerable satellite terminals. By reducing these barriers, the company expects to expand the addressable market for global satellite communications.
The ReflecTek architecture uses a scalable reflect-array design that embeds liquid crystal into printed circuit boards. This replaces traditional MMICs, varactors, and passive components, allowing for extensibility to V-band and E-band frequencies.
The players
Carillon Technologies
A New Haven-based developer of satellite communications technology formed in 2017.
The details
By eliminating lossy distribution networks and element-level amplifiers, the technology seeks to simplify satellite terminal hardware. Carillon Technologies, which is based in New Haven, also highlighted its Darpana technology, a two-dimensional optical phased array system.
Timeline
Carillon Technologies was formed in 2017.
The Darpana technology was first demonstrated in March 2023.
The OTenna technology was unveiled at the 2026 SPIE Photonics West.
ReflecTek and Darpana were presented from October 19-22, 2026.
The Tech Race
The development of ReflecTek signifies a move toward replacing traditional, high-cost components with simplified, liquid-crystal-based circuit designs. This architecture positions Carillon Technologies to compete more effectively in the evolving satellite broadband market.
The potential widespread adoption of this technology could facilitate broadband direct-to-device access for consumers globally. Users may eventually benefit from lower costs and more reliable satellite internet service as these terminals become easier to produce.
The takeaway
Carillon Technologies is working to lower the cost of satellite access by stripping away complex and expensive components. These advancements could unlock significant new markets for satellite broadband connectivity in the coming years.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Rfglobalnet.
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