We present experimental results for intradyne detection as an alternative for current homodyne systems in optical inter-satellite links. Our approach is based on digital frequency offset and phase noi...
We present an alternative approach for current homodyne detection systems in optical intersatellite links. Our approach is based on digital frequency offset compensation instead of optical phase-locke...
We present a numerical investigation of current high-speed optical intersatellite communication. The considered laser communication terminal (LCT) uses an optical phase-locked loop (OPLL) which ensure...
We present a comparison of homodyne and intradyne detection schemes for high-order modulation formats in optical inter-satellite communication systems. The homodyne detection based on optical PLL tech...
This study demonstrates that phosphorus-related radiation-induced absorption (RIA) bands such as P-OHC and P1 in erbium/ytterbium-doped optical fibers (EYDFs) are effectively decreased by germanium (G...
This paper reviews key characteristics and requirements for Two-Way Satellite Time and Frequency Transfer (TWSTFT) links. The outline and perspective of two concepts are described: 1. The classical be...
This paper presents the activities performed by TNO in the field of Space Laser Communication Terminals for high-volume low cost applications, and its plans for the further development of the required...
The paper details the approach, sequence, and results of the in-orbit campaign for E/O data relay using the Tesat Laser Communication Terminals from a LEO spacecraft - Sentinel 1A - a part of the EU C...
The high-speed satellite-terrestrial network (STN) is an indispensable alternative in future mobile communication systems. In this article, we first introduce the architecture and application scenario...
The application of free space optical communications technology between unmanned airborne vehicles (UAVs) can significantly improve its communications rate and capacity. However, it will produce stron...
The Integrated Laser Communication/Ranging System, which uses coded signal as the ranging information carrier, is of great importance to the next large-capacity inter-satellite information network. In...
The European Data Relay System (EDRS) relies on optical communication links between Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and geostationary (GEO) spacecrafts. Data transmission at 1.8 Gbps between the S/Cs will be ap...
The European Data Relay System (EDRS) relies on optical communication links between Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and geostationary (GEO) spacecrafts. Data transmission at 1,8 Gbps between the S/Cs will be ap...
TDP-1 is a quasi-operational technology demonstration payload, designed to prove the concept of data transfer between low-orbit observation satellites and earth via a geostationary relay satellite in ...
Satellite constellations are used for navigation purposes since long. Connecting the satellites in a constellation by intersatellite links (ISLs) offers a full range of new possibilities. Ranging and ...
Pumping solid state lasers in LCTs requires the application of highly reliable, low-noise semiconductor lasers. Two design variants of pump lasers have been developed and tested. The first design cons...
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Over the past years, we have successfully applied adaptive optics (AO) in optical ground stations to improve the quality of satellite-to-ground laser communication links. In this paper, we present a d...
Over the past years we have successfully applied adaptive optics (AO) in some optical ground stations (OGS) to improve the signal-to-noise ratio of satellite to ground laser communications.
Optical intersatellite communication is an attractive alternative to current RF satellite communication in order to increase the data rate and lower the power consumption. By using coherent detection,...