Research project

6GSatNET: Contributions to the service segment (6GSatNet-SeS)

Spain

The expected result of 6GSatNet is the contribution over 6G for the deployment of satellite networks in the paradigm of non-terrestrial networks (NTN). To this end, the project leverages the construction of a 5G core compatible with non-terrestrial networks, as well as the development of new routing and access medium protocols.

  • NTN
  • 5G+ Core
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Inter-Satellite Link
  • SDN over satellite
  • Cybersecurity

The subproject focuses on addressing multiple challenges in the service segment that must be addressed before implementing Non-Terrestrial Networks. Among them, this subproject has focused on the following:

  1. Development of a flexible payload
  2. Development of new communication mechanisms to serve a large number of users
  3. Contribution to integrate quantum key distribution services into 6G
Dates 01/01/2022 - 31/12/2025
Research and Innovation Areas Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Smart Networks and Services: 5G/6G
Space Communications

Project publications

(Acta Astronautica 2023) Towards a Second Life for Zombie Satellites: Anomaly Occurrence and Potential Recycling Assessment

Acta Astronautica

Low-Power Satellite Access Time Estimation for Internet of Things Services over Non-Terrestrial Networks

G. Boquet, B. Martinez, F. Adelantado, J. Pages, J. A. Ruiz-de-Azua and X. Vilajosana, "Low-Power Satellite Access Time Estimation for Internet of Things Services over Non-Terrestrial Networks," in IEEE Internet of Things Journal, doi: 10.1109/JIOT.2023.3298017.