Why does this matter operationally?
Digital Inclusion
The extension of reliable connectivity to people, communities, and operations that existing terrestrial infrastructure cannot reach economically or physically. Non-terrestrial networks are a primary mechanism for closing coverage gaps in remote industrial sites, maritime routes, and underserved regions.
64 terms
Bent Pipe Architecture
Bent Pipe Architecture is a satellite relay model that passes signals from uplink to downlink without major onboard processing, acting as a simple transparent relay.
Concept/Framework
Broadband Access Network
A broadband access network is the access-layer communications system that provides broadband connectivity from the service provider or enterprise edge to the customer or site. It includes access nodes, last-mile…
Service Model
Broadcast Engineering
Broadcast engineering is the engineering discipline responsible for the technical systems that transmit content or signals to a wide audience. It includes transmitters, antennas, distribution chains, spectrum use, and coverage…
Concept/Framework
Broadcast Service
Broadcast Service is a communication service that sends the same content from one source to many receivers at the same time. It is optimized for shared distribution.
Service Model
Broadcasting
Broadcasting is the transmission of information from one source to many recipients at the same time. It may use radio, television, satellite, or IP distribution methods depending on the service…
Service Model
Carrier Grade NAT
Carrier Grade NAT is large-scale network address translation used by service providers to share limited public IPv4 addresses among many subscribers, extending NAT at provider scale.
Protocol
Content Caching Onboard Vessel
Content Caching Onboard Vessel is the storage of frequently used content on a vessel so it can be served locally and reduce repeated external transfers.
Software
Coverage Extension
Coverage extension is the deliberate increase of a network’s service area through new infrastructure, new beams, relays, or redesigned access topology.
Concept/Framework
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
Direct To Device
Direct To Device is a connectivity model in which a network reaches a user device without relying on a local access intermediary. It is used to extend service coverage and…
Concept/Framework