研究目的
To explore the transition from coaxial cables to fibre-optic interconnects in satellite communications and the benefits of photonics technologies in space applications.
研究成果
The article concludes that photonics technologies, including fibre-optic interconnects and microphotonics, are set to revolutionize satellite communications by reducing payload mass and improving performance, with systems expected to be offered to satellite operators within five years.
研究不足
The article mentions challenges such as the low interest of large companies in qualifying a small number of recurrent items for space and the inability of some photonic devices for terrestrial applications to withstand the space environment.
