Internet of Things from Space: Transforming LTE Machine Type Communications for Non-terrestrial Networks
Talha Ahmed Khan, Xingqin Lin, Stefan Eriksson L\"owenmark, Olof, Liberg, Sebastian Euler, Jonas Sedin, Emre A. Yavuz, Hazhir Shokri-Razaghi,, and Helka-Liina M\"a\"att\"anen

TL;DR
This paper discusses how LTE-M technology can be adapted for satellite communication in non-terrestrial networks, addressing physical and higher-layer challenges to enable IoT connectivity via space-based platforms.
Contribution
It identifies key challenges and proposes potential solutions for adapting LTE-M for satellite-based non-terrestrial networks within 5G standards.
Findings
Analysis of physical layer challenges in LTE-M NTN
Outline of adaptations needed for LTE-M to support satellite communication
Discussion of potential solutions for LTE-M in non-terrestrial networks
Abstract
Satellite communication is experiencing a new dawn thanks to low earth orbit mega constellations being deployed at an unprecedented speed. Fueled by the renewed interest in non-terrestrial networks (NTN), the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) is preparing 5G NR, NB-IoT and LTE-M for NTN operation. This article is focused on LTE-M and the essential adaptations needed for supporting satellite communication. Specifically, the major challenges facing LTE-M NTN at the physical and higher layers are discussed and potential solutions are outlined.
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Taxonomy
TopicsSatellite Communication Systems · IoT Networks and Protocols · IoT and Edge/Fog Computing
