Title :
VSATs: expert views on future trends
Author :
Viterbi, A.J. ; Jestin, R.W. ; Pelton, J.N. ; Evans, Barry G. ; Rinde, J. ; Sundara Murthy, K.M.
fDate :
5/1/1989 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Each of the authors, who comprise a cross section of industry experts from vendor organizations, service providers, research institutions, and international carriers, gives his views on the planned activities and future trends with regard to VSAT (very small aperture terminal) technology, business, and applications, among others. Included in the discussion is the impact of mobile satellite technology on VSAT products and markets; international VSAT applications and ISDN; the influence of OBP satellites; and the use of microterminals in Europe.<>
Keywords :
ISDN; mobile radio systems; satellite ground stations; Europe; ISDN; OBP satellites; VSAT; business; international carriers; markets; microterminals; mobile satellite technology; products; research institutions; service providers; vendor organizations; very small aperture terminal; Apertures; Communication industry; Communication system control; Costs; ISDN; Mass production; Microwave integrated circuits; Radio control; Satellite broadcasting; Weight control;
Journal_Title :
Communications Magazine, IEEE
