Study and performance evaluation of transport layer protocols over heterogeneous radio and satellite networks

2006

Masteroppgave i informasjons- og kommunikasjonsteknologi 2006 - Høgskolen i Agder, Grimstad Satellites have for some years made it possible to transfer data over long distances, and from desolated locations. Due to their natural broadcast ability they have some major advantages compared to terrestrial links. This ability has made satellites a useful tool for military, science, multimedia and wireless communication. Compared to a few years ago, we are today able to make more accurate measurements, in different environments. Sensors have recent years become more intelligent, and can work independently without being controlled by humans or computers. Other improvements are their mobility, and …