Satcom Direct Router for Aircraft Simultaneous Satellite Connections
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current aircraft communication systems lack efficient and cost-effective methods for managing simultaneous connections to multiple satellite networks and providing high-speed data throughput, leading to complex configuration and management of voice and data communications.
Innovation Solution
The Satcom Direct Router enables simultaneous use of Inmarsat, SwiftBroadband, Swift 64, Ku-Band, and Ka-Band satellite connections with intelligent traffic control, 8 Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces, Wi-Fi connectivity, and advanced QoS/Prioritization, along with next-generation acceleration/compression technology for data caching and bandwidth allocation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If multiple satellite connections are used simultaneously to increase data throughput, then the data transmission speed is improved, but the device complexity and configuration management become worse
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple satellite connections (Inmarsat Swift64, SwiftBroadband, Ku-Band, Ka-Band) into a single integrated router system that automatically manages all connections simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate management of each satellite link and reducing configuration complexity while maintaining high data throughput
Solution Approach 2:
The router implements automatic connection management where the system autonomously selects and switches between different satellite connections based on signal quality and traffic requirements without requiring manual configuration or intervention, thereby simplifying operation while utilizing multiple high-speed links
2Ease of operation
If intelligent traffic control is implemented to manage multiple satellite links, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The router incorporates automatic monitoring and feedback mechanisms that continuously assess connection quality, signal strength, and traffic patterns across all satellite links, dynamically adjusting routing decisions based on real-time conditions to simplify user operation while managing complex multi-link coordination internally
3Productivity
If data acceleration and compression technologies are applied to increase connection speeds, then the productivity is improved, but the loss of information may increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts data compression and acceleration parameters based on the specific satellite connection being used and the type of traffic, optimizing the balance between transmission speed and data integrity for each connection type (Swift64, SwiftBroadband, Ku-Band, Ka-Band) to maintain high productivity while minimizing information loss
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AI summary
Methods, devices, routers and systems for a satellite-ready Satcom Direct router with simultaneous use of Inmarsat, SwiftBroadband, Swift 64, Ku-Band and Ka-Band satellite connections with intelligent traffic control, along with Wi-Fi access and 3G/4G cellular network connectivity. The router is compatible with existing Wi-Fi access points and is backward-compatible with 802.11b/g. Up to four or more simultaneous wireless networks can be supported, allowing multiple systems to operate on aircraft without additional wireless access points and providing 3G/4G network connectivity when the aircraft is on the ground. A downloadable Satcom Direct router mobile App provides on-board cabin services including one or more of moving maps, flight tracker and command and control of satellite links.