Development of laser communication terminal for OICETS

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Koyama, Y. | Shiratama, K.

Affiliations: Space Systems Division, NEC Corporation, 4035, Ikebe‐cho, Tsuzuki‐ku, Yokohama, 224, Japan Tel.: +81 45 939 2272; Fax: +81 45 939 2286; E‐mail: y‐koyama@p25‐24440.star.nec.co.jp

Abstract: Engineering Model of LUCE (Laser Utilizing Communications Equipment) is now under production in the frame of OICETS (Optical Inter‐Orbit Communications Engineering Satellite) NASDA program. Many devices and components to realize required functions of LUCE have been developed and characterized. This paper describes the design and measured performances of devices and components for LUCE EM and Optical Antenna STM.

Journal: Space Communications, vol. 15, no. 2, pp. 113-119, 1998