It is proposed to develop a programmable handheld adapter, which can convert an android phone into a SatPhone using micro USB Type C or Bluetooth. The indigenous hand held adapter device should have following features:-
- Total weight incl battery – below 500 gm.
- Programmable L / S Band.
- Interface – Micro USB / Type C and Bluetooth.
- Data Rate – Min 2.4 Kbps at all times
- Talk time – 2hrs (min) (Assuming phone is completely charged and is capable of supporting this talk time parameter)
- Standby time – 10 hrs (min)