COgnitive Radio Frequency Ultilization by Constellations of Spacecrafts (CORUS)

Multipoint observations enabled satellite constellation missions are the next step towards advanced space based scientific observational capabilities. There is a need for the use of cognitive communication system in such systems as well as future NASA satellite missions in order to improve resource utilization, efficiency and eliminate the risk associated with human-in-the-loop approaches. ASTRA, in partnership with Utah State University, proposes to develop the COgnitive Radio frequency Utilization by constellations of Spacecrafts (CORUS) system, that builds upon point to point cognitive communication technologies developed using the NASA Space Communication and Navigation (SCaN) testbed and extends capabilities to allow for multi-node communication and team based objective achievement.