Chilbolton Observatory
Future Communications Test Environment
Supporting the evaluation of atmospheric effects on signal transmissions, this facility provides access to an open-air test site, enabling a safe and controlled environment to demonstrate pioneering technology and supporting contributions to the development of secure communications.
Access to expertise
Building on a long-standing involvement in radio communication and propagation expertise, our dedicated ream of data scientists, engineers and project managers offer customised levels of support depending on your requirements – ranging from full experiment completion to minimal involvement and site access only.
Access to facilities
The open-air test range is equipped with a raised cabin at each end, with a structurally independent test bench located inside. The benches are located 500 metres apart to allow assessment of transmission losses.
About Chilbolton Observatory
Chilbolton Observatory exists to provide a nationally relevant and unique field test and development environment to power discoveries and innovation so that together we advance knowledge, improve lives and deliver growth
Access our facilities
Chilbolton Observatory facilities are available to use by UK and international researchers, industry users and funded programmes.
