SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING DECOMPILED OR DESTRUCTIVE SPACE (SPACE DEBRIS) SATELLITES AS PASSIVE OR ACTIVE SIGNAL RELAYS IN RF-BASED SPACE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS.

TR202505483A3Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-22MUSTAFA ÜMİT OĞUZ
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Application Number
TR202505483
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TR · TR
Patent Type
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Filing Date
2025-05-05
Publication Date
2026-06-22

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Abstract

This invention focuses on the use of defunct (orbital space debris) satellites as passive or integrated passive module signal relays in RF (radio frequency) based space communication systems. A signal sent from a mobile RF transmitter system is transmitted to the first defunct satellite; via the reflective surface or passive RF relay module on the satellite body, the signal is transferred to the next satellite or the final destination. The developed mathematical model and dynamic reach maps facilitate mission planning by pre-calculating the total signal losses and reach distance in the system. This method enables long-distance, reliable communication with low-power space robots and allows for the repurposing of existing space debris into a sustainable communication infrastructure.
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1 TARIFF In RF-based space communication systems, its function is... COMPLETE OR DECAYED SPACE (DEBRIS) SATELLITES WHETHER IT IS USED AS A PASSIVE OR ACTIVE SIGNAL RELAY RELATED SYSTEM AND METHOD Technical Area 5 The invention has implications for the fields of space technologies, communications engineering, and RF (radio frequency) systems. It is used especially in low-power robotic systems, satellites, or long-range mobile vehicles. It is used as range extender infrastructure in communications. State of the Art In current technology, RF communication is either direct signal transmission or active satellite relays. 10 Communication is provided via these satellites. However, defunct satellites have not been used for communication until today. It could not be evaluated within the infrastructure. This situation results in a large number of idle satellites in orbit. Despite its existence, this leads to limited communication infrastructure. Purpose of the Invention • Extending the range of RF signals, 15 • Re-evaluating and repurposing defunct satellites, • Providing a low-cost communication infrastructure for small-scale robotic tasks, • Contributing to the transformation of space debris into sustainable infrastructure. Explanation of the Figures 1. Figure 1: RF signal (2) from rover robot (1) on 20 debris satellites (3,4) how to sequentially relay through reflective surfaces (3a, 4a) or passive modules (5a, 5b) It has been shown to create [this effect]. The reverse is also true. Figure 2: Representation of data flow (A) (signal inputs and outputs) and feedback, control. (A) mechanisms (data transmission, signal processing, etc.). The reverse is also true. Explanation of References in Figures 25 1,6: Mobile robot (RF transmitter) 2,A: RF signal 3,4,7,9: Debris satellites 3a, 4a: On the satellite Reflective surfaces 5a, 5b, 8, 10: Passive RF relay modules 11: Control Center Description of the Invention The mobile robot (1) detects the remote area where direct transmission is not possible when detected by its receiver. It emits a low-power RF signal (2) toward the target station. This signal is sent to the first junk satellite (3) 30 It reaches the reflective surface (3a) or passive relay module (5a) on the satellite, where the signal is lost. It is minimized and directed to the next satellite (4). The same process is done for the second satellite (4a) and other The same applies to satellites. Each relay ring provides an average range increase of 500–1,000 km. This is ensured. The transmission chain continues until the final destination or next mission point. The mathematical model developed includes: free space loss, reflection loss, 35 per module. 2 By calculating relay loss and additional losses due to the space environment, the total signal loss can be estimated in advance by 5. It determines and transmits it to the control center. This is valid for reverse transmission. How the invention can be applied to industry. This system can be integrated with existing RF module technologies and CubeSat platforms. Passive Alternatively, it can be powered by low-power modules, solar panels, and thermoelectric generators. Dynamic access maps are used for task planning and route optimization in the control center. It can be used in applications such as space exploration vehicles, autonomous robotics systems, and military communications. It finds widespread use, particularly in networks.

Claims

3 REQUESTS 1. The invention relates to RF 5 emitted by a rover (1) in RF-based space communication systems. the signal (2,A) from the reflective surfaces (3a, 4a) on one or more debris satellites (3,4) or It is a system that redirects sequentially via passive RF relay modules (5a, 5b), Its characteristic feature is free space loss, reflection loss, and module relay loss in each relay loop. the sum is calculated in advance using a mathematical model and dynamic RF access maps. It is the creation of. 10 2. According to Claim 1, the system shall meet the energy requirements of the passive RF relay modules using solar cells or It is characterized by its ability to provide power through thermoelectric generators.

3. According to claim 1 or 2, the system shall use LoRa or SDR as the RF signal transmission protocol. It is characterized by its use of advanced technologies.

4. According to Claim 1, the system is to determine the least-lossable path of the junk satellite relay chain using 15 It is characterized by its use of graph-based algorithms such as the Dijkstra or A* algorithm. It is characteristic.

5. According to claim 1, the system uses relay modules with an ultra-low power processor (ARM Cortex-M). It is characterized by being controlled by an MCU based on its operating system.

6. According to Claim 1, the system has a coverage radius of approximately 500 to 1000 km for each relay ring. It is characterized by its feature of having a large area.

7. According to claim 1, the system transmits data between the ground control center and the relay chain via MQTT or It provides real-time traceability by transmitting data over WebSocket protocols. It is characteristic.