There is a strong push for cellular standards in the space industry and it is apparent that commercial utilizations in a large scale is getting closer. However, this push entails significant technical challenges in terms of connectivity, backhaul integration and operational features.
5G will be transformational in many aspects of the satcom ecosystem from stimulating demand in many segments to seamlessly integrating satcom into the mainstream telco environment. 5G will become a major tool for optimizing satellite networks and operations.
