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LEO-Optical Communications

LEO-optical communications involve using sensors and optical signals, like laser beams, to transmit data between satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). This technology allows rapid, high-capacity data transfer by connecting satellites directly with laser links, reducing latency and improving bandwidth compared to traditional radio frequency methods. LEO-optical systems are essential for low-latency internet services, satellite constellations, and global communications, enabling faster and more reliable data exchange across the globe, especially in remote or underserved areas. The use of optics in space communications offers advantages such as smaller equipment, higher security, and less interference.