A Japanese collaboration is poised to demonstrate optical wireless communication between space and the stratosphere for the first time. Behind the endeavor are the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) and three industry partners.
The four parties will collaborate on the development of optical wireless communication devices and their high-altitude applications. Both satellites and stratospheric communication platforms will be equipped with the devices.
The first step is planned to involve the launch of a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite in 2026 to verify optical wireless communication between space and the ground. And in 2027, the parties aim to conduct a world-pioneering demonstration of bi-directional optical wireless communication between space and the stratosphere.
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Submitted by Morten Anderson
