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OpSTAR: An In-Orbit Demonstrator for Optical Time Transfer and Positioning in Future Space Networks
Dr. Sinda Mejri· European Space Agency (ESA)
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Lunar–Earth Optical Communication Architecture: Concept and Technology Development Status
Dr. Johta AWANO
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
Day
Thursday · 2026-10-15
Time
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Track
Track 4
Session
Deep Space Optical Communication-1
Venue
ICSO 2026 Conference Venue
Hall Track 4Session Deep Space Optical Communication-1
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A new lunar-Earth communication architecture is being developed to overcome the bandwidth limitations of traditional radio-frequency systems. The concept deploys relay satellites in elliptical lunar frozen orbits equipped with hybrid RF and optical terminals to support multi-Gbps data rates. This infrastructure is designed to enable high-resolution imaging and real-time scientific data return for next-generation lunar exploration programs.
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Topics & Subtopics
Optical CommunicationsPointing, Acquisition & TrackingDeep-Space Optical CommunicationInstrument Performance
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