Comet by ComTech

Rugged Elevation for Mission-Critical Troposcatter Communications

BlueSky Mast 350 Series Fast Mechanical Lift System Integrated with Comet by COMTECH

BlueSky Mast 350 Series Fast Mechanical Lift System provides robust, rapidly deployable support specifically engineered for Comtech's COMET man-packable troposcatter system, ensuring reliable deployment in severe weather conditions. BlueSky 350 series masts handle wind speeds up to 90 mph (144 km/h) while maintaining the mobility and fast 10-minute setup required for tactical over-the-horizon operations.
Collaborative Partner
Comet by ComTech
BlueSky Mast System
350 Lift Series - 5 Meters (17.5 ft.)
Payload
Comet by COMTECH
Benefits
BlueSky Mast enables Comet by Comtech to be quickly setup and deployed by a single person in only ten minutes.
BlueSky 350 series mast provides a stable 10.5 foot (3 meter) elevation for Comets modular terminal, extending comms ranges up to 60 km and beyond.
The 350 series 3.5 inch outside diameter (OD) accommodates up to 185 lbs (84 kgs) of payload capacity, providing robust structural support for Comet's troposcatter hardware.
Tested to MIL-STD-810G standards, BlueSky mast systems ensure reliable mechanical performance and survivability in harsh conditions including military, disaster recovery and emergency environments.
The 350 series packs down into two custom hard cases for transport.
Key Capabilities
Troposcatter can provide LOS, NLOS, and BLOS Troposcatter has a higher survivability than Microwave and SATCOM because of its multipath reception and highly sensitive receivers. Troposcatter provides inherent LPG/LPI/LPD/LPE based on the scattered nature of its signal Operates in satellite congested or denied environments. Troposcatter is a low latency transmission typically operating between 6-8m In conjunction with DSSS Troposcatter can operate as low as 50uw (microwatts). This is 100 times less than LOS systems. There are no SAR’s with Troposcatter…it’s all free bandwidth
Mission Kit

BlueSky Mast 350 Series + Comet by Comtech

350 Lift Series - 5 Meters (17.5 ft.)

Integrated with

Comet by Comtech

Model Heights: 

5

meters /

17.5

feet

Payload Capacity:

79.4

kg /

175

lbs

(See Capabilities Chart)

Wind Loading:

144.8

km/h /

90

mph

Deployment Time:

10 minutes, 1 person

Outside Diameter:

3.5

inches

Testing: MIL-STD-810G 

Transport:

(2) 62x21x14.5 Custom Hard Cases