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JCM 2024 Vol.19(7): 317-324
Doi: 10.12720/jcm.19.7.317-324

Dynamic Mobile Satellite Channel Analysis in MEO Orbit Using Overlap and Overlay Approaches

Agita Purwandani1, Anggun Fitrian Isnawati1,*, and Ade Wahyudin2
1 Department of Telecommunication Engineering, Faculty of Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering, Institut Teknologi Telkom Purwokerto, Purwokerto 53147, Indonesia
2 Manajemen Teknik Studio Produksi, Sekolah Tinggi Multi Media “MMTC”, D.I. Yogyakarta 55284, Indonesia
Email: agita@ittelkom-pwt.ac.id (A.P.); anggun@ittelkom-pwt.ac.id (A.F.I .); adewahyudin@mmtc.ac.id (A.W.) *Corresponding author

Manuscript received January 17, 2024; revised March 6, 2024, accepted March 18, 2024; published July 19, 2024.

Abstract—Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) satellites represent a high-speed satellite technology poised to supplant geostationary satellites in telecommunication roles. However, the utilization of MEO satellites for this purpose encounters a significant hurdle in the form of limited frequency spectrum resources. This scarcity necessitates a delicate balance between network efficiency and quality. To address this challenge, applying tele traffic theory becomes imperative for optimizing the performance of MEO satellite communication systems. The proposed solution involves the implementation of an overlap algorithm within satellite beams and a concurrent overlay algorithm across available channels. The overlap algorithm extends the call connection duration by introducing increased waiting time without prematurely terminating connections. In tandem, the overlay algorithm dynamically allocates channels through the dynamic channel allocation method, enhancing channel utilization. A notable channel efficiency of 43% is achieved through the synergy of these algorithms. Optimal performance materializes when configuring five channels within microcells and 11 channels within macrocells, delineating the best utilization strategy for maximizing system performance while ensuring efficient channel allocation.


Keywords—Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) satellites, traffic, dynamic channel allocation, overlap, overlay

Cite: Agita Purwandani, Anggun Fitrian Isnawati*, and Ade Wahyudin, “Dynamic Mobile Satellite Channel Analysis in MEO Orbit Using Overlap and Overlay Approaches," Journal of Communications, vol. 19, no. 7, pp. 317-324, 2024.

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