This paper presents a concept for the design of a Space Station radio frequency (RF) multiple-access communication system. A fast frequency hopping system with multibeam offset parabolic reflector antenna system, dual-k convolutional encoding, and M-ary frequency-shift-keying modulation is proposed to accommodate and satisfy the requirements. System requirements, RF coverage, antenna system, system configuration, performance evaluation, and link parameters are described.
A frequency hopping multiple-access communication system for a low earth orbiting manned space station
Ein Nachrichtenuebertragungsverfahren mit Mehrfachzugriff nach dem Frequenzsprung-Verfahren fuer bemannte Raumstationen auf niedrigen Umlaufbahnen
1985
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