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Main Authors: Rotherham, Eugene, Casey, Connor, Rodriguez, Eva Fernandez, Torrez, Karen Wendy Vidaurre, Mashor, Maren, Pike, Isaac
Format: Preprint
Published: 2024
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Online Access:https://arxiv.org/abs/2410.23470
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  • This study discusses the current state of FSO technology, as well as global trends and developments in the industrial ecosystem to identify obstacles to the full realization of optical space-to-ground communication networks. Additionally, link performance and network availability trade-off studies are presented, comparing overall system performance between portable and large OGS networks in conjunction with a constellation of small low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The paper provides an up-to-date overview and critical analysis of the FSO industry and assesses the feasibility of low-cost portable terminals as an alternative to larger high-capacity OGS systems. This initiative aims to better inform optical communications stakeholders, including governments, academic institutions, satellite operators, manufacturers, and communication service providers