A baseband switch for future space applications
Abstract
This paper presents the design of a new baseband switch for space applications in the mid-nineties. Its memory-based single-stage architecture is discussed in detail, emphasizing the simple way of routing a call through the switch. The key features and limits of the system are derived. The problem of integrating the switch is elaborated, considering thermal constraints and future trends in technology. Finally, reliability aspects are discussed.
- Publication:
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Space Communication Broadcasting
- Pub Date:
- May 1987
- Bibcode:
- 1987SpCoB...5...71B
- Keywords:
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- Communication Satellites;
- Network Synthesis;
- Spacecraft Equipment;
- Switching Circuits;
- Block Diagrams;
- Onboard Data Processing;
- Reliability Engineering;
- Time Division Multiplexing;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering