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MAST-11 Equivalent Altitude Simulator of Radio Altimeter

The MAST-11 Equivalent Altitude Simulator of Radio Altimeter is a specialized aerospace testing tool engineered to replicate realistic altitude signals for radio altimeter systems. It generates precise, adjustable equivalent altitude data—mimicking terrain-relative height scenarios—to validate the performance, accuracy, and fault response of on-board radio altimeters during pre-flight testing, maintenance, or system calibration. Compliant with stringent aerospace standards, it ensures reliable simulation of low-to-high altitude ranges, supports interference-free signal output, and integrates easily with aircraft test setups, making it essential for verifying radio altimeter functionality across commercial and military aircraft platforms.

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  • Working frequency: 4.2~4.4GHz (the working frequency band can be customized according to the user’s requirements);
  • Maximum allowable bandwidth: 200MHz;
  • Maximum allowable input power: 26dBm;
  • Typical equivalent height simulation: 5m, 20m, 90m, 110m, 300m, 1000m, 1500m (single point customization);
  • Absolute accuracy of simulated height: ±(0.2+0.005×H)m;
  • Maximum attenuation: not less than 130dB;
  • Minimum attenuation: no more than 40dB;
  • Dynamic range of loop attenuation: not less than 80dB;
  • External volume: 4U standard case;
  • Control mode: parallel port control, panel manual control;
  • Working temperature: -10～50℃;
  • Storage temperature: -20～60℃.

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