Non Terrestrial Networks

Audio MOS (Mean Opinion Score) Assessment:

• Conduct subjective and objective evaluations of audio quality during voice calls over NTNs.

• Assess parameters such as clarity, latency and jitter to ensure high-quality voice communication.

• Validate user experience for applications like VoIP, emergency communications, and remote conferencing.

Device Testing:

• Assess the performance of user devices, such as smartphones, IoT devices, and terminals, in NTN environments.

• Test device compatibility with NTNs, including signal acquisition, data transfer rates, and power management.

• Evaluate how devices handle transitions between terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks to ensure uninterrupted service.

Latency and Bandwidth Testing:

• Measure round-trip delays and available bandwidth to ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).

• Simulate real-world conditions to validate user experiences.

Handovers Between Networks:

• Evaluate smooth handovers between NTNs and terrestrial networks (e.g., satellites to cellular networks).

• Test protocols and mechanisms for uninterrupted connectivity during user mobility.

Interference and Signal Quality:

• Analyze signal-to-noise ratios and mitigate interference caused by environmental and atmospheric factors.

• Test the robustness of NTN systems in adverse weather conditions or high-altitude scenarios.

Power Efficiency and Battery Impact:

• Assess the energy consumption of devices connecting to NTNs.

• Optimize test scenarios to extend device battery life during NTN usage.

Coverage Mapping and Performance Metrics:

• Verify coverage areas, especially in remote or underserved regions.

• Monitor performance metrics like throughput, jitter, and packet loss.