Radio and radar systems consultancy

Our radio and radar systems consultancy offering

Qamcom offers expertise in radio and radar systems, covering concept design, system design, prototyping, and detailed development. Our consultancy services span various industries, focusing on RF electronics, antennas, and signal propagation. With global offices and strong research ties, Qamcom bridges technology and business for innovative solutions.

Phases:

• Concept design (1–3 weeks)
• System design (1–3 months)
• Proof-of-concept prototypes (2–6 months)
• Detailed design (3–12 months)
• Measurements
• Productification
• Certification

Example projects:

• Radio link at 433 MHz for Tromsø traffic system
• Connectivity meshnet node at 60 GHz
• Automotive MIMO radar at 80 GHz

Concept design

Considerations before system design mitigates risk of choosing the wrong solution.

• Needed data capacity
• Needed range and environment
• Type of radio solution
• Available frequency bands
• Available system components
• Antenna size and integration

System design

Considerations before prototype development mitigates risk of insufficient performance.

• Radio link budget
• Power budget
• Linearity
• Key system components
• Packaging
• Prototype specification

Proof of concept

Prototyping before detailed design mitigates the risk of late-stage complications.

• Focusing on function and performance
• Leveraging development kits for efficiency
• Finding limitations
• Solving issues
• Consolidating requirements

Detailed design

Complete radio unit design incorporating producibility and certification.

• RF
• Mechanical
• Structural
• Thermal
• Software