Integration of MTC and Satellites for IoT toward 6G Era

Hirley Alves, Konstantin Mikhaylov, Marko Hoyhtya

• Publisher: Wiley-IEEE Press
• Year: 2024
• ISBN:
  9781119933984
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Tecnología e ingeniería
• Subtopic: Comunicaciones móviles e inalámbricas

Comprehensive and authoritative resource paving the way for the integration of machine-type communications (MTC) and satellite connectivity toward 6G era

This book focuses on the integration of machine-type communications (MTC) and satellite connectivity toward the 6th generation of mobile systems (i.e., the "6G"). Integrating these two technologies, especially within the emerging direct-to-satellite (DtS) concept employing direct connectivity between an MTC terminal and a satellite-based gateway, will be critical in enabling the future Internet of Things (IoT) applications in remote areas with limited connectivity infrastructure available. To this end, the book delivers an in-depth analysis of the drivers, use cases, scenarios, technical aspects, cybersecurity, and mechanisms spanning from the physical layer (PHY) to the application layer, regulation, standardization, and potential business models. In addition, many examples, illustrative figures, and tables support the text.

With each chapter written by renowned experts in the field, Integration of MTC and Satellites for IoT toward 6G era contains information on:

• How to enable wireless connectivity for MTC/IoT devices in remote areas, which hardware and network architectures can be employed, and their pros and cons
• Fundamental and practical challenges, design dimensions, and perspective technologies for integrated MTC and satellite systems
• Applications and business areas that would be the first ones to employ DtS and status of standardization and regulation activities in the field

The strong tutorial element makes the Integration of MTC and Satellites for IoT toward 6G era a convenient learning resource for students and educators in higher education institutions. Moreover, it is ideal for students obtaining their first professional degree and experts who operate in this or adjacent fields and want to revise and update their knowledge.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• Contributors
• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• Acronyms
• About the Companion Website
• Chapter 1 Introduction and Motivation
• Chapter 2 Machine‐Type Communications, the Internet of Things, and Satellite Networks: Drivers, Use Cases, and Requirements
• Chapter 3 Non‐terrestrial Network Support for Massive Machine‐Type Communication: Architectural and Radio Channel Model Considerations
• Chapter 4 Constellation Design for New Space Applications
• Chapter 5 Physical‐Layer Aspects of Machine‐Type Communications and Satellite Integration
• Chapter 6 An Overview of Medium Access Control Protocols in Machine‐Type Communication Satellite Internet‐of‐Things Networks
• Chapter 7 Machine‐Type Communication and Satellite Connectivity: A Network Perspective
• Chapter 8 6G Satellite Network Architecture with Onboard Computing Capabilities
• Chapter 9 Role of Software‐Defined Networking in Machine‐Type Communications and Satellite Connectivity
• Chapter 10 Cybersecurity for Machines in Satellite–Terrestrial Networks
• Chapter 11 Dual‐Function Strategies for Heterogeneous 6G Internet‐of‐Things Systems
• Chapter 12 Simulators, Emulators, and Visualization Tools for Analysis of Integrated Machine‐Type Communication and Satellite Networks
• Chapter 13 Applications and Business Prospects of Integrated Machine‐Type Communications and Satellite Networks
• Chapter 14 Regulation and Spectrum Opportunities in Integrated Machine‐Type Communication and Satellite Networks
• Chapter 15 3GPP Standardization of Internet of Things in Nonterrestrial Networks
• Index
• EULA