Advanced Communication Systems for Satellite-Based Ecological Parameter Retrieval
A special issue of Electronics (ISSN 2079-9292). This special issue belongs to the section "Microwave and Wireless Communications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 November 2026 | Viewed by 195
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
With the accelerating climate change and biodiversity loss, the real-time and accurate retrieval of ecological parameters, such as vegetation indices, biomass, and soil moisture, is crucial for monitoring and management of Earth's natural systems. To acquire these parameters at global scales, satellite-based ecological parameter retrieval plays an important role, especially in marine regions and remote areas. However, due to limitations of onboard storage, downlink bandwidth, and transmission latency, a paradigm shift in satellite communication systems is required.
Recent advancements in communication technologies, such as high-throughput satellite networks, have significantly improved the efficiency and speed of data transmission. Moreover, satellite constellations are now capable of offering continuous and high-resolution monitoring, even in the most remote and hard-to-reach regions. Advanced communication technologies, including high-throughput laser links, intelligent onboard processing, dynamic spectrum allocation, and resilient network protocols, are essential to bridge the gap between massive data acquisition in orbit and actionable ecological insights on the ground. These advancements facilitate the retrieval of ecological parameters with increased accuracy and on an unprecedented scale.
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest advancements in satellite-based communication systems and their application in ecological parameter retrieval. By highlighting the integration of satellite constellations, machine learning techniques, and real-time data transmission, this Special Issue seeks to advance the scientific understanding of how satellite-based systems can contribute to global ecological monitoring efforts.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Ting Ma
Dr. Bo Qian
Dr. Pengfei Lin
Dr. Songwei Zhang
Dr. Ran Li
Dr. Hang Zhou
Dr. Dunbiao Niu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- satellite communication systems
- ecological parameter retrieval
- space–air–ground-integrated networks
- onboard data processing and compression
- 6G and beyond networks with AI
- multi-sensor and distributed system design and algorithmic issues
- AoI/freshness optimization
- loT and robust networking
- integrated sensing and communication (ISAC)
- enhanced planning and control
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