Nationwide Mobile Communication Systems. Volume 1. Chapters 1 thru 4

Abstract

This thesis provides a basic understanding of nationwide terrestrial and satellite mobile communications and tracking technologies. Covered are systems currently available and in development. An analysis of user costs is performed for comparison. A more detailed satellite cost/benefit analysis for use by the trucking industry is also presented. Follow-on chapters contain discussions of the basic economic issues faces by satellite system operators and the regulatory history of mobile satellite services. Contained in the appendices are a more detailed discussion of mobile satellite systems and a layman's explanation of communication and navigation technologies. The conclusion presents comments on the possible future direction of these new mobile communication services and makes recommendations for trucking industry use.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA225366

Entities

People

  • William J. Schworer Iii

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Communication Channels
  • Communication Systems
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Cost Reductions
  • Databases
  • Digital Communications
  • Geography
  • Mobile Communications
  • Mobile Phones
  • Multiple Access
  • Position (Location)
  • Radio Communications
  • Radio Equipment
  • Satellite Communications
  • Telephone Systems
  • Voice Communications

Readers

  • Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Management
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites