Nd:host laser-based optical terminal development study for intersatellite links

Andrea E. Marini; Antonio Della Torre; Alexandru F. Popescu

doi:10.1117/12.43753

1 June 1991 Nd:host laser-based optical terminal development study for intersatellite links

Andrea E. Marini, Antonio Della Torre, Alexandru F. Popescu

Proceedings Volume 1417, Free-Space Laser Communication Technologies III; (1991) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.43753
Event: Optics, Electro-Optics, and Laser Applications in Science and Engineering, 1991, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

A preliminary study to define suitable optical terminals for intersatellite links is presented, and the main configuration tradeoffs are discussed. A modular design approach was pursued, and some innovative technology solutions were traded in order to satisfy the basic requirement of a limited terminal mass. A high-capacity (500 Mbps) return link channel is feasible and fast, and accurate acquisition and tracking operation are achieved.

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Andrea E. Marini, Antonio Della Torre, and Alexandru F. Popescu "Nd:host laser-based optical terminal development study for intersatellite links", Proc. SPIE 1417, Free-Space Laser Communication Technologies III, (1 June 1991); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.43753

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