Inter-satellite communication MBSE design framework for small satellites

An Architectural framework for defining Inter-Satellite Communication system architectures based on Model-Based Systems Engineering concepts will facilitate the development of reliable and consistent system models that can be simulated, verified and validated. However, such a framework does not exist, thereby limiting our ability to define comprehensive and effective inter-satellite communication system architectures. As a means of addressing this challenge, we present an architectural framework design for defining and representing ISC system architecture for Small Satellite Systems based on an MBSE approach. The Systems Modeling Language SysML is used as the modeling tool for the framework design.