MIT Electrical Engineering and Computer Science EECS Event

Satellite Communications, with emphasis on the advantages/disadvantages of choosing CDMA as an access technique

Ray Leopold
Motorola, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of the Global Telecommunications Solutions Sector

Tuesday, November 13, 2001
4:00 PM (reception following)
Room 35-225
LIDS Colloquium

Abstract

Satellite communications has evolved significantly since its inception. As systems are built for large numbers of users, multiple access becomes an important part of the overall architecture. This presentation will focus on systems that include mobile users, and some of the advantages and disadvantages associated with CDMA. Depending upon the overall requirements of the system, CDMA may be more or less desirable.