The Future of Satellite Communication: Optical Communication and Lasers. Is it Secure?

About the Author

Angelina Tsuboi is a software developer and an aerospace cybersecurity instructor focusing on satellite systems. With over a decade of programming and development experience, in addition to working as a scientific researcher for NASA, she has been involved in numerous aeronautical and space-focused security initiatives for a wide range of applications including drones, aircraft, and satellites.

Driven by her passion for teaching, Angelina finds joy in simplifying complex subjects such as aerospace, cybersecurity, and programming to empower her students. Angelina aims to ensure that her students can readily apply the acquired skills to their professional and personal endeavors. Angelina is the founder of Stellaryx Labs (stellaryxlabs.com): a consultation, education, and development services company at the nexus of software, security, and aerospace. To learn more about her work, visit her website: angelinatsuboi.com.

Introduction

In an age where satellite communication is integral for large-scale commercial applications like global internet connectivity, Earth observation, and telecommunications, security comes to the forefront. With growing reliance on satellite networks to facilitate critical communication and data transmission worldwide, the insurance of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of satellite communication systems is paramount. As technology continues to evolve, the emergence of optical communication satellites represents a significant advancement in space-based communication technology. This offers unprecedented speed, capacity, and security for satellite communication networks.