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Experimental / PrototypeTrack 4
UltraAir Airborne-to-GEO Optical Communication Demonstrator: Fading Channel Characterization
Dr. Ricardo Barrios
Airbus Defence and Space
Day
Tuesday · 2026-10-13
Time
4:20 PM - 5:40 PM
Track
Track 4
Session
Channel Monitoring and Forecasting-1
Venue
ICSO 2026 Conference Venue
Hall Track 4Session Channel Monitoring and Forecasting-1
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The UltraAir project successfully demonstrated a Gbit/s laser communication link between an aircraft and a GEO satellite. The research provides a detailed characterization of the optical atmospheric channel, specifically focusing on scintillation indices, fade duration, and power spectral density. These empirical findings are essential for optimizing forward error correction and designing robust laser terminals for airborne platforms.
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Topics & Subtopics
Optical CommunicationsChannel Monitoring & ForecastingIntersatellite LinksAtmospheric TurbulenceAssembly & Alignment
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