Assignment of hybrid laser and microwave inter-satellite links for navigation satellite systems [PDF]
Scientific ReportsA hybrid network comprising both laser and microwave inter-satellite links (ISLs) has been established within navigation satellite constellations. Leveraging the flexible construction of microwave links and the high ranging accuracy and communication ...
Nan Wang +6 more
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A Cooperative Routing Scheme Using Inter-Satellite Links to Assist Data Downloading for LEO Satellite Networks [PDF]
Sensors, 2022 Low earth orbit (LEO) satellite networks can provide Internet service to users in areas where cellular networks are difficult to deploy. One critical function of satellites is to transfer data from satellite networks to ground core network through earth ...
Zijian Yang +3 more
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The Availability of Space Service for Inter-Satellite Links in Navigation Constellations [PDF]
Sensors, 2016 Global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) are widely used in low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite navigation; however, their availability is poor for users in medium Earth orbits (MEO), and high Earth orbits (HEO).
Yinyin Tang, Yueke Wang, Jianyun Chen
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Unidirectional Orbit Determination for Extended Users Based on Navigation Ka-Band Inter-Satellite Links [PDF]
SensorsTraditional spacecraft orbit determination primarily employs two methodologies: ground station/survey ship-based orbit determination and global navigation satellite system (GNSS)-based orbit determination.
Yong Shangguan +6 more
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AerospaceIn large-scale satellite constellations, the efficiency of inter-satellite communication is paramount. Traditional topology control strategies, such as the Manhattan configuration, provide stable links but can result in indirect communication paths ...
Yueyi Li +5 more
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A Space-Based Autonomous Timekeeping Method Based on Onboard Atomic Clocks and Inter-Satellite Measurements [PDF]
SensorsIn global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), the system time reference is maintained by the ground control segment and kept traceable to UTC, enabling inter-system compatibility and interoperability. Advances in onboard atomic-clock stability and inter-
Guangyao Chen +4 more
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RF-Assisted Uncertainty Cone Reduction in Free-Space Optical Inter-Satellite Links
IEEE Open Journal of the Communications SocietyOne of the space communications industry’s current focuses is developing high-throughput communication terminals for satellite-to-satellite communication links.
Elena Fernandez-Nino +3 more
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Applied SciencesSolar irradiance is a critical factor influencing the reliability of optical inter-satellite links (O-ISLs). Despite its significance, limited research has focused on addressing this challenge.
Jae Seong Hwang +2 more
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Autonomous Synchronization of Satellite Constellations via Optical Inter-Satellite Links
, 2023 In this paper we present an on-board clock steering scheme for achieving tight synchronization of constellations interconnected with optical inter-satellite links.
Dassie, Manuele +4 more
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A delay model for satellite constellation networks with inter-satellite links [PDF]
, 2009 Within this paper we examine a non-geostationary satellite constellation network with inter-satellite links (ISLs) for global air traffic control (ATC) and air passenger communication (APC).
Romain Hermenier +5 more
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