Integration of Communication, Sensing, and Computational Intelligence in Aerospace Communication Scenarios

Dear Colleagues,

The integration of communication, sensing, and computational intelligence is a core technical direction for 6G and future communication networks. This process aims to build an intelligent network capable of comprehensive coverage, physical–digital space sensing, ubiquitous intelligent communication, and distributed computing through the in-depth integration and synergistic optimization of communication, sensing, and computing functions. The introduction of Integrated Space–Air–Ground Communication extends the network scope from terrestrial to space-based (e.g., satellites) and aerial platforms, forming the foundation for a three-dimensional, seamless, and resilient global network. This integrated framework achieves the co-design of communication and sensing by sharing spectrum resources and network architecture. Simultaneously, it leverages edge computing, AI technologies, and space–air platforms to enhance system performance, providing robust support for emerging application scenarios such as intelligent transportation, low-altitude economy, wide-area Internet of Things (IoT), and emergency communications.

Areas of focus encompass, but are not limited to, the following:

• Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) Air Interface Technology: Includes the design of novel integrated sensing and communication waveforms, AI-based intelligent beam management, and frame structure designs supporting time-division, frequency-division, and other multi-mode sensing schemes to optimize resource allocation.
• Integration of Communication and Computing Technologies: ​Encompasses mobile edge computing, unified management and scheduling of multi-level computing resources, known as the Computing Power Network, and the deployment of lightweight AI algorithms on edge devices as well as satellite/airborne equipment.
• Integrated Space–Air–Ground Network Architecture:​ Involves the in-depth integration of satellite networks (GEO/MEO/LEO), high-altitude platforms and terrestrial networks. Key research areas include heterogeneous network integration management, intelligent handover, onboard processing and routing.

Dr. Ye Fan
Dr. Ang Gao
Dr. Xiaoya Zuo
Guest Editors

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• integrated sensing and communication (ISAC)
• integration of communication and computing
• integrated space-air-ground communication
• mobile edge computing
• multi-dimensional resource allocation
• lightweight AI
• satellite–terrestrial coordination