Integration of satellite and terrestrial systems in future multimedia communications

In this article we examine the role of satellite communications in future telecommunication networks and service provision. Lessons from the past indicate that satellites are successful as a result of their wide area coverage or speed to market for new services. Niche areas such as coverage of air a...

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Published inIEEE wireless communications Vol. 12; no. 5; pp. 72 - 80
Main Authors Evans, B., Werner, M., Lutz, E., Bousquet, M., Corazza, G.E., Maral, G., Rumeau, R.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published New York IEEE 01.10.2005
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE)
Subjects
Artificial satellites
Broadcasting
Communication satellites
Communication system traffic
Convergence
GSM
LAN interconnection
Markets
Mobile communication
Multimedia
Multimedia communication
Multimedia systems
Satellite broadcasting
Satellite communications
Satellites
Telecommunication traffic
Wireless communication
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Summary:In this article we examine the role of satellite communications in future telecommunication networks and service provision. Lessons from the past indicate that satellites are successful as a result of their wide area coverage or speed to market for new services. Niche areas such as coverage of air and sea will persist, but for land masses convergence of fixed, mobile, and broadcasting will dictate that the only way forward for satellites is in an integrated format with terrestrial systems. We outline future ways forward for satellites, and discuss the research challenges and technology advances needed to facilitate this integrated approach.
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ISSN:1536-1284
1558-0687
DOI:10.1109/MWC.2005.1522108