Title :
Protocols for multi-satellite networks
Author_Institution :
SRI Int., Menlo Park, CA, USA
Abstract :
The unique features of a multisatellite network, which distinguish it from ordinary terrestrial networks, are the large propagation delay on the links, the constant changes in the network topology, and additional constraints such as limitation on power consumption. It is noted that ordinary protocols, which are designed to operate in stable, benign environments, will perform poorly under the dynamic conditions of multisatellite network. The author analyzes the limitations to existing protocols and describes protocols, such as routing, topology control, and reliable transport, that are suitable for multisatellite networks
Keywords :
protocols; radio links; radiowave propagation; satellite relay systems; telecommunication networks; links; multisatellite network; network topology; power consumption; propagation delay; protocols; reliable transport; routing; terrestrial networks; topology control; Aggregates; Artificial satellites; Communication system traffic control; Fault tolerance; Jamming; Network topology; Routing protocols; Satellite ground stations; Switches; Transport protocols;
Conference_Titel :
Military Communications Conference, 1988. MILCOM 88, Conference record. 21st Century Military Communications - What's Possible? 1988 IEEE
Conference_Location :
San Diego, CA
DOI :
10.1109/MILCOM.1988.13438
