Due to a rapid proliferation of systems and network architecture and the availability of
a plethora of innovative applications, many telecommunication professionals and technical
managers lose sight of an MSS perspective. A huge amount of technical and related information
lies scattered in publications such as journals, magazines, conferences, expensive and
lengthy specialist reference books, and the Internet. It is therefore difficult for individuals
and companies to obtain coherent up-to-date technical information.
This book, written to bridge the information gap, compiles current system concepts, architecture
and trends in a structured and easily understandable style. The book is also expected
to serve as a reference source, as it adheres to technical concepts. Mathematics is limited
to essentials, and where possible, equations are illustrated graphically; a comprehensive list
of references has been included for the curious reader. Scientific principles have been amalgamated
with business models for a balanced perspective of a commercial mobile satellite
system. The treatment is unbiased and views expressed are the author’s own; examples of
commercial systems are chosen singularly on technical novelty and uniqueness.