UAV to Satellite Communication Systems

Integrating innovative technologies in terrestrial-satellite networks are needed to enable Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) application developers to achieve better results and optimize solutions. Managing a complex UAV – Satellite modem integration process, the authors of this study have performed a series of measurement of throughput and latency time to evaluate the feasibility of the Satellite communication system for remote control and command of a distant UAV.

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