How Feasible is Network Coding in Current Satellite Systems?

• Type: Article in International Conference Proceedings Book
• Date: 2010

Authors

Fausto Vieira (Author) FEUP; Saurabh Shintre (Author) FEUP; João Barros (Author) FEUP

Conference proceedings International

Title: ASMS, Cagliari, September, 2010 (Sponsored by IEEE)

Pages: 31-37

ASMS, Cagliari, September, 2010 (Sponsored by IEEE)

Cagliari, September 2010

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ISI Web of Science

Scientific classification

FOS: Natural sciences > Computer and information sciences

Other information

DOI: 10.1109/ASMS-SPSC.2010.5586880

Abstract (EN): The benefits of network coding in terms of throughput, security and robustness are well understood for a large class of networks, such as wireless mesh networks and peer-to-peer systems. We ask if similar performance enhancements can be attained in satellite based communications. Our feasibility study focuses on GEO satellite communication systems including regenerative payloads and multi spot-beam satellites. In addition, we consider LEO satellite constellations with multi-path scenarios. Our analysis reveals that several network coding techniques are worthy of consideration for new generation satellite systems with highly dynamic and unpredictable behavior.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific