Non-Terrestrial

Onboard Processing Onboard Processing is the processing of data, control logic, or signal functions directly on a spacecraft or other remote platform rather than relying entirely on ground processing. Software Orbit Orbit is the trajectory followed by an object under the influence of gravity and its own velocity, typically around a planet, moon, or other celestial body. In operational practice, the… Concept/Framework Orbital Plane Orbital Plane is the geometric plane in which a spacecraft or satellite orbit lies around its central body. It defines the orientation of the orbit in space. Concept/Framework Orbital Slot Orbital Slot is a designated orbital position assigned to a satellite or spacecraft for operational coordination and service planning. Regulatory & Compliance Oscillator An oscillator is an electronic circuit or device that produces a periodic signal at a target frequency without requiring an external periodic input. It is used as a frequency reference… Hardware Path Loss Path loss is the reduction in received radio signal power that occurs because the signal must propagate through space and the surrounding environment. It is a fundamental factor in RF… Concept/Framework Payload Module Payload Module is the portion of a communications system that carries the mission or service payload rather than the supporting platform functions. It contains the useful function of the system. Hardware Payload Scheduling Payload Scheduling is the planning and sequencing of payload activity, resource use, or service windows over time. It controls when payload functions run. Operations Phase Noise Phase noise is the undesirable short-term fluctuation of a signal’s phase around its nominal value. It appears as spectral spreading around a carrier and is a key metric of signal… Concept/Framework Phased Array Antenna Phased Array Antenna is an antenna system that steers its beam electronically by controlling the phase of multiple radiating elements, enabling directional beam movement without mechanical structure rotation. Hardware