WSM: RFICs in Space: Design Techniques Enabling Satellite Communications and Sensing in Harsh Environments

Abstract
Emerging applications such as Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite-based internet and geolocation services are rapidly expanding, driven by commercial efforts to deliver low-cost satellite connectivity to consumers. However, space environments present unique challenges not encountered in terrestrial systems, including radiation-induced errors, extreme temperature fluctuations, and limited power availability. Systems operating beyond LEO face even more severe higher levels of environmental degradations. This workshop will bring together leading experts from academia and industry, spanning both LEO SATCOM and traditional space-based systems, to provide a comprehensive overview of the key design challenges and state-of-the-art techniques required for reliable RF system performance in space.