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Satellite Networks &
Architectures Branch
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Technology Division

Glenn Research Center
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Next-Generation Architectures
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Studies
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Satellite Networks &
Architectures Branch

Architectures
We are addressing an emerging need for development of architectural frameworks for the next-generation space-based global information systems. By performing an assessment of next generation satellite network architectures for information infrastructure applications, we hope to identify long-term technology requirements and needs. In addition, we intend to provide technical contributions to various standards-making bodies regarding architectures and reference models.

Our approach is:

  1. Define market trends for satellite addressable global information infrastructure markets
  2. Develop conceptual architectures for third generation space-based architectures
  3. Perform network analysis for a space-based information infrastructure
  4. Perform technology and economic assessments

Recently, studies have been completed on next-generation, space-based architectures for broadband services and market trends. The studies are available upon request. Technical contributions have been provided to ANSI-IISP and ITU-T Study Group 13 (GII Architectures).

Next-Generation Architectures
Responsible NASA Official Calvin T. Ramos@grc.nasa.gov
Web page curator: Ihor.Kramarchuk@grc.nasa.gov
Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field