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OpSTAR: An In-Orbit Demonstrator for Optical Time Transfer and Positioning in Future Space Networks
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PosterSimulation / ModellingGeneral / Plenary
Optical Turbulence Monitoring and Forecasting for Free-Space Optical Communications
Prof. James Osborn
Durham University
Day
Monday · 2026-10-12
Time
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
Track
General / Plenary
Session
Exhibition and Poster Session-1
Venue
ICSO 2026 Conference Venue
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In 30 seconds
The TURBO facility utilizes an autonomous Shack-Hartmann Image Motion Monitor (SHIMM) to provide 24-hour continuous monitoring of atmospheric turbulence. By characterizing integrated parameters such as coherence time, isoplanatic angle, and the Fried parameter, the system enables reliable nowcasting for free-space optical communications. This data is critical for site selection and building resilient networking strategies against dynamic atmospheric interference.
Topics & Subtopics
Optical CommunicationsChannel Monitoring & ForecastingAtmospheric TurbulenceInstrument PerformanceAtmospheric Lidar
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