Preliminary Performance Evaluation of a Satellite-to-HAP Communication Link
Giovanni Grieco, Giovanni Iacovelli, Mattia Sandri, Marco Giordani,, Michele Zorzi, Luigi Alfredo Grieco

TL;DR
This paper assesses the performance of a satellite-to-HAP communication link using simulations, focusing on signal quality under various conditions to support expanding 5G coverage in remote areas.
Contribution
It extends the IoD-Sim simulator to model HAPs with realistic mobility and Earth curvature, enabling detailed performance evaluation of GEO-to-HAP links.
Findings
GEO-to-HAP link performance varies with frequency and distance.
Mobility impacts signal-to-noise ratio significantly.
Simulation results inform design of satellite-HAP communication systems.
Abstract
The emergence of Fifth-Generation (5G) communication networks has brought forth unprecedented connectivity with ultra-low latency, high data rates, and pervasive coverage. However, meeting the increasing demands of applications for seamless and high-quality communication, especially in rural areas, requires exploring innovative solutions that expand 5G beyond traditional terrestrial networks. Within the context of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), two promising technologies with vast potential are High Altitude Platforms (HAPs) and satellites. The combination of these two platforms is able to provide wide coverage and reliable communication in remote and inaccessible areas, and/or where terrestrial infrastructure is unavailable. This study evaluates the performance of the communication link between a Geostationary Equatorial Orbit (GEO) satellite and a HAP using the Internet of Drones…
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Taxonomy
TopicsSatellite Communication Systems · IoT Networks and Protocols · Opportunistic and Delay-Tolerant Networks
