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MAST-09 Radio Altimeter Detection Unit

The MAST-09 Radio Altimeter Detection Unit is a compact, aerospace-grade component that monitors, validates, and processes radio altimeter data for aircraft. It filters interference, cross-references data with other flight sensors, and detects faults (e.g., signal loss, calibration drift) to deliver reliable terrain-relative altitude info—critical for safe takeoff, low-altitude flight, approach, and landing, even in low visibility. Built to meet strict aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, DO-178), it withstands extreme environmental conditions, suiting commercial and military aircraft.

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  • Working center frequency: 4.3GHz;
  • Maximum allowable bandwidth: 200MHz;
  • Maximum allowable input power: 25dBm;
  • Simulation height: 3M, 5m, 7m, 10m, 20m, 50m, 100m, 300m, 520m;
  • Simulation height accuracy: ≤ 0.2m (10m and below) or 1% HM (20m and above);
  • Fixed attenuation of circuit: 40dB;
  • Loop adjustable attenuation (including fixed attenuation): 40 ~ 120dB;
  • Adjustable attenuation precision: 2dB;
  • Adjustable attenuation step: 1dB;
  • Height switching time: no more than 1ms;
  • In band fluctuation: ±3dB;
  • Spurious suppression: not less than 60dB;
  • Control mode: local, network port, serial port control;
  • Isolation: ISO>60dB;
  • Volume and weight: 450×430×170 mm, no more than 20kg;
  • Working voltage: 220±15%V;
  • Working temperature: 0~55℃;
  • Storage temperature: – 30~55℃.

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