arXiv Machine Learning By Ming Ying, Xiaoming Chen, Qiao Qi, Yichao Xu, Jiajun Pan

LEO Satellite Internet of Things: Architecture, Technology, and On-Orbit Verification

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The article proposes a comprehensive two‑dimensional system architecture for 6G LEO satellite Internet of Things, integrating LEO satellites with terrestrial networks. It evaluates three key enabling technologies: massive grant‑free random access for uplink, deep learning‑based multibeam precoding for downlink, and distributed cooperative routing for inter‑satellite links. An on‑orbit verification platform is introduced to validate the real‑world feasibility and performance of these solutions, and the paper concludes with open challenges and future research directions.

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