UWB and MB-OFDM for Lunar Rover Navigation and Communication

J. de Curtò (), I. de Zarzà and Carlos T. Calafate
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J. de Curtò: Departamento de Informática de Sistemas y Computadores, Universitat Politècnica de València, 46022 València, Spain
I. de Zarzà: Departamento de Informática de Sistemas y Computadores, Universitat Politècnica de València, 46022 València, Spain
Carlos T. Calafate: Departamento de Informática de Sistemas y Computadores, Universitat Politècnica de València, 46022 València, Spain

Mathematics, 2023, vol. 11, issue 18, 1-19

Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive study of ultra-wideband (UWB) and multi-band orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (MB-OFDM) technologies for lunar rover navigation and communication in challenging terrains. Lunar missions pose unique challenges, such as signal propagation in the lunar environment, terrain elevation, and rover movement constraints. To address these challenges, we propose a hybrid communication and navigation system that leverages UWB technology for high-precision positioning and MB-OFDM for robust and high-throughput communication. We develop a realistic simulation framework that incorporates terrain elevation, obstacles, and rover movement constraints, along with a simple fading model for communication. Simulation results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed system in navigating lunar rovers to their target locations while maintaining reliable communication links with a lunar lander. A novel approach based on game theory for rover navigation is also presented. The study provides valuable insights into the design and optimization of communication and navigation systems for future lunar missions, paving the way for seamless integration of advanced terrestrial technologies in extraterrestrial environments.

Keywords: UWB; MB-OFDM; lunar missions; interplanetary communications; game theory; rover (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: C (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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