Why does this matter operationally?
Compliance
The adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and contractual obligations that govern how connectivity infrastructure is deployed, operated, and secured. Non-compliance in sectors such as aviation, maritime, and energy carries operational, financial, and legal consequences.
216 terms
Direct To Cell
Direct To Cell is a service model that connects mobile devices to cellular services using satellite-enabled access. It extends coverage where terrestrial access is limited or unavailable.
Service Model
Disaster Recovery
Disaster recovery is the set of policies, plans, and technical actions used to restore systems, services, and data after a major disruption. It includes backup strategy, restoration sequencing, alternate environments,…
Operations
Earth Observation
Earth Observation is the collection of data about the Earth using remote sensing platforms such as satellites or aircraft to support measurement, mapping, and monitoring.
Concept/Framework
Earth Station
Earth Station is a ground-based satellite communications facility that transmits and receives signals to and from spacecraft. It provides the terrestrial side of the satellite link.
Hardware
ECDIS
A shipboard software system that displays official vector electronic navigational charts overlaid with real-time vessel position and, where integrated, AIS target data, type-approved under SOLAS to serve as the primary…
Software
EIRP
EIRP is the equivalent radiated power that would be produced if an isotropic antenna radiated the same field strength in the reference direction. It is calculated from transmitter power, antenna…
Concept/Framework
Electronic Logbook Transmission
Electronic Logbook Transmission is the transfer of logbook records from a vessel to shore or regulatory systems in digital form.
Operations
Emergency Shutdown System
Emergency Shutdown System is a safety system that brings a process or facility to a safe stopped condition when a hazardous situation occurs. It operates through monitoring unsafe conditions and…
Operations
Emission Control
Emission Control is the management of signal emission level, direction, timing, or pattern to reduce detectability or interference.
Operations
Encryption
Encryption is the process of transforming data so it cannot be read without the correct key or decryption method. It is used to protect confidentiality in digital systems.
Software