Meteor-burst communications : A review

Meteor-burst Communications (MBC) relies on a technology that has taken 60 years to mature. There have been many successful test and operational MBC systems installed. MBC systems have included point-to-point links, and both fixed station and dynamic vehicular networks. Available systems range from low data rate telemetry, through medium data rate message handling to high-speed conversational voice developments. This paper outlines previous done work in the field and describes current systems and technology under development. Future research and development avenues are indicated with particular reference to local contributions to the science.