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Recent trends in IP/NGEO satellite communication systems: transport, routing, and mobility management concerns
科研費報告書収録論文(課題番号:17500030/研究代表者:加藤寧/インターネットと高親和性を有する次世代低軌道衛星ネットワークに関する基盤研究
Firmware de seleção de célula para redes 5G não-terrestres
The integration of satellite technology in 5G will enable networks to become
more ubiquitous and reliable, extending coverage to previously underserved
areas and making the network more resilient to natural catastrophes. The nonterrestrial
networks (NTN) are expected to co-exist with the current terrestrial
infrastructures, sharing much of the same requirements. This in turn will allow
the User Equipment to connect to both, opening up new use cases and possibilities.
The intent of this dissertation is to design a firmware that prepares
these devices to take advantage of this new paradigm. This firmware implements
an extended, radio access and backhaul-aware cell selection scheme,
that chooses either to connect to terrestrial or non-terrestrial cells. The selection
is based on metrics, such as, the latency and packet loss of the link, in addition
to the traditional signal strength indicators. Testing the solution required
deploying an end-to-end 5G network which includes not only a gNodeB (gNB)
capable of simulating the propagation delay induced by long distances but
also a terrestrial node. This deployment uses the OpenAirInterface (OAI) 5G
software stack. With the use of this testbench, the implemented firmware was
tested against key network degradation scenarios. These scenarios include,
for example, the total failure of the terrestrial gNB and the steady increase of
latency. The results show that this use of the firmware might help upkeep the
quality of service for the User Equipment using it.A integração de tecnologias satélite nas redes 5G vai permitir que estas se
tornem mais seguras e omnipresentes, estendendo a cobertura de forma a
abranger áreas remotas e tornando estas redes mais resilientes contra catástrofes
naturais. É expectado que as redes não-terrestres venham a coexistir
com as atuais redes terrestres, partilhando os mesmos requisitos. Por sua
vez isto vai permitir que os terminais se conectem a ambos, abrindo assim
novas possibilidades e casos de uso. Com esta dissertação pretende-se projetar
um firmware que prepare estes dispositivos para tomar partido deste
novo paradigma. Este firmware funciona como uma versão estendida, ciente
do backhaul, do esquema de cell selection, de forma a que este possa decidir
entre conectar cells terrestres ou não terrestres. Esta decisão é informada
por métricas como a latência e a perda de pacotes da ligação, além dos indicadores
de força de sinal tradicionais. Para a validação desta solução foi
necessário a instalação de uma rede 5G end-to-end que incluísse tanto um
gNodeB (gNB) capaz de simular atraso de propagação induzido pelas longas
distâncias, tal como um nó terrestre. Esta instalação usa o OpenAirInterface
(OAI), uma implementação da stack 5G. Usando esta testbench, a implementação
do firmware projetado foi testada face a cenários de degradação da
rede. Estes incluem, por exemplo, a falha total do gNB terrestre ou um aumento
crescente da latência. Os resultados obtidos mostram que o uso deste
firmware poderá ajudar a manter a qualidade de serviço de um terminal que
o utilize.Mestrado em Engenharia de Computadores e Telemátic
Performance evaluation of an improved PRMA protocol for low earth orbit mobile communication systems
Performance Evaluation of an Improved PRMA Protocol for Low Earth Orbit Mobile Communication Systems
Survey of Inter-satellite Communication for Small Satellite Systems: Physical Layer to Network Layer View
Small satellite systems enable whole new class of missions for navigation,
communications, remote sensing and scientific research for both civilian and
military purposes. As individual spacecraft are limited by the size, mass and
power constraints, mass-produced small satellites in large constellations or
clusters could be useful in many science missions such as gravity mapping,
tracking of forest fires, finding water resources, etc. Constellation of
satellites provide improved spatial and temporal resolution of the target.
Small satellite constellations contribute innovative applications by replacing
a single asset with several very capable spacecraft which opens the door to new
applications. With increasing levels of autonomy, there will be a need for
remote communication networks to enable communication between spacecraft. These
space based networks will need to configure and maintain dynamic routes, manage
intermediate nodes, and reconfigure themselves to achieve mission objectives.
Hence, inter-satellite communication is a key aspect when satellites fly in
formation. In this paper, we present the various researches being conducted in
the small satellite community for implementing inter-satellite communications
based on the Open System Interconnection (OSI) model. This paper also reviews
the various design parameters applicable to the first three layers of the OSI
model, i.e., physical, data link and network layer. Based on the survey, we
also present a comprehensive list of design parameters useful for achieving
inter-satellite communications for multiple small satellite missions. Specific
topics include proposed solutions for some of the challenges faced by small
satellite systems, enabling operations using a network of small satellites, and
some examples of small satellite missions involving formation flying aspects.Comment: 51 pages, 21 Figures, 11 Tables, accepted in IEEE Communications
Surveys and Tutorial
A Vision and Framework for the High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) Networks of the Future
A High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) is a network node that operates in
the stratosphere at an of altitude around 20 km and is instrumental for
providing communication services. Precipitated by technological innovations in
the areas of autonomous avionics, array antennas, solar panel efficiency
levels, and battery energy densities, and fueled by flourishing industry
ecosystems, the HAPS has emerged as an indispensable component of
next-generations of wireless networks. In this article, we provide a vision and
framework for the HAPS networks of the future supported by a comprehensive and
state-of-the-art literature review. We highlight the unrealized potential of
HAPS systems and elaborate on their unique ability to serve metropolitan areas.
The latest advancements and promising technologies in the HAPS energy and
payload systems are discussed. The integration of the emerging Reconfigurable
Smart Surface (RSS) technology in the communications payload of HAPS systems
for providing a cost-effective deployment is proposed. A detailed overview of
the radio resource management in HAPS systems is presented along with
synergistic physical layer techniques, including Faster-Than-Nyquist (FTN)
signaling. Numerous aspects of handoff management in HAPS systems are
described. The notable contributions of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HAPS,
including machine learning in the design, topology management, handoff, and
resource allocation aspects are emphasized. The extensive overview of the
literature we provide is crucial for substantiating our vision that depicts the
expected deployment opportunities and challenges in the next 10 years
(next-generation networks), as well as in the subsequent 10 years
(next-next-generation networks).Comment: To appear in IEEE Communications Surveys & Tutorial
Proceedings of the Fifth International Mobile Satellite Conference 1997
Satellite-based mobile communications systems provide voice and data communications to users over a vast geographic area. The users may communicate via mobile or hand-held terminals, which may also provide access to terrestrial communications services. While previous International Mobile Satellite Conferences have concentrated on technical advances and the increasing worldwide commercial activities, this conference focuses on the next generation of mobile satellite services. The approximately 80 papers included here cover sessions in the following areas: networking and protocols; code division multiple access technologies; demand, economics and technology issues; current and planned systems; propagation; terminal technology; modulation and coding advances; spacecraft technology; advanced systems; and applications and experiments
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