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Optical Zonu Corporation announced today its expanded radio frequency over fiber (RFoF) offering to enhance connectivity for 5G direct-to-cellular satellite services. The company has hired Luis Tellez-Giron, a former AST SpaceMobile Gateway Engineer, as an Aerospace and Defense Sales Engineer.

Tellez-Giron brings over 30 years of experience in satellite communications sales and engineering roles to Optical Zonu. During his time at AST SpaceMobile, he analyzed waveform transport optimization for Gateway equipment in ST Engineering, addressing the 5G non-terrestrial network’s (NTN) bandwidth requirements. He also worked on Digital Intermediate Frequency Interoperability (DIFI) interfaces to meet higher bandwidth needs. He became familiar with Optical Zonu’s equipment in the process.

Optical Zonu has witnessed increased interest in its solutions that cater to the market need for connecting 5G nodes to RF satellite equipment. Meir Bartur, the company’s co-founder and CEO, believes that Tellez-Giron’s extensive experience in 5G satellite communications positions him well to lead their efforts in supporting LEO satellite operators in achieving their goals of accessible direct-to-phone satellite service globally.

LEO satellite constellations have made advancements in providing Internet and direct-to-phone satellite services, particularly in areas with inadequate wireless infrastructure. However, these networks rely on Satellite Gateways to maintain high-quality, low-latency connections between the antenna and 5G radio access nodes. RFoF has proven to be a cost-effective and resilient solution for transporting RF signals with high bandwidth and low latency between these points.

Tellez-Giron expressed his excitement about joining Optical Zonu and being part of a team that offers critical solutions for the satellite communications market. He recognizes the immense potential of LEO satellite technology in transforming global communication and believes that RFoF solutions will play a vital role in supporting low-latency and high-bandwidth requirements.

For more information about Optical Zonu’s RFoF services for satellite communication, visit their website.

About Optical Zonu Corporation

Optical Zonu Corporation (OZC) is a leading provider of RFoF transport solutions for the wireless, defense, and aerospace industries. The company specializes in custom solutions for every deployment, offering centralized management and patented fiber fault detection. Optical Zonu offers a range of turnkey, modular, and OEM form factors that address various satellite antenna remoting RF signal transport needs. They also provide solutions for satellite phone and GPS distribution, ground station redundancy architectures, and phased array antenna and radar calibration. Optical Zonu collaborates with major vendors and suppliers to deliver cutting-edge solutions quickly.

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