A Review for Orbital Satellite Communication: Development, Applications, and Future Aspects
In this paper, we investigate the history of orbital satellite communication, including its uses and potential future developments. An overview of the development of satellite technology is included at the beginning of the article. This review focuses on major milestones and developments in orbital mechanics and route planning. After that, the review delves into the various applications of satellite communication, such as global communications, Earth observation, navigation, and scientific research. Particular attention is paid to the role that various orbital paths, such as Low Earth Orbits (LEO), Medium Earth Orbits (MEO), Geostationary Orbits (GEO), and Highly Elliptical Orbits (HEO), play in meeting particular requirements. In the section on future issues, we discuss developing trends and technologies, such as the proliferation of mega constellations, the development of more advanced propulsion systems, and the implementation of environmentally responsible procedures for the management of orbital debris. In addition to this, it outlines the predicted needs for more coverage, improved navigation accuracy, and assistance for interplanetary missions. At the end of the study, a prospective that looks into the future is presented on the manner in which satellite communication will continue to develop. This development will be driven by technical developments as well as the growing need for worldwide connectivity and space exploration.
Authors
- Aqeel Al-Hilali (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7545-7943)
- Ayad Ghany Ismaeel
- Hussein Alaa Diame
- Mohammed Abdul Majeed
- Haitham Bashar
Institutions
- University of Kirkuk (IQ)
- Baghdad Medical City (IQ)
- Alsalam University College (IQ)
- Iraqi University (IQ)
- Al Mansour University College (IQ)
- Al-Kunooze University College
Publication Details
- Published
- 2025-04-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/icmi65310.2025.11141055
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Satellite Communication Systems
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.99