LEO-MEO Satellite Hybrid Network Latency Management

The patent segments the satellite network into multiple orbital layers (LEO, MEO, GEO) with different latency characteristics. User terminals can be served by LEO/MEO satellites for low-latency applications or GEO satellites for coverage-critical scenarios, allowing the system to segment traffic based on latency requirements while maintaining global coverage.

The patent introduces terrestrial networks as intermediary nodes in a hybrid architecture. Traffic can be routed through terrestrial infrastructure when available to bypass satellite latency, while satellites provide coverage in remote areas. This intermediary approach allows the system to achieve both global coverage and low latency where possible.

The patent merges terrestrial and satellite communication systems into a unified hybrid network architecture. High-speed terrestrial infrastructure provides capacity in populated areas, while satellite components extend coverage to remote regions. The system combines these complementary technologies to achieve both high throughput and global coverage simultaneously.

The patent creates a universal communication system that can operate in multiple modes (terrestrial-only, satellite-only, or hybrid) depending on location and service requirements. The same network infrastructure serves both high-capacity urban areas and remote regions, making the system universally applicable across diverse environments.