This paper presents a neural network model for routing in the space segment of a Satellite Personal Communication System. At first, a proper energy function is constructed from the constraints of the system, which are clearly indicated. The combinatorial nature of the problem is clearly shown and hence a properly modified Hopfield neural network can be easily applied to provide increased survivability and thus improve security. Categories and Subject Descriptors I.2.8 [Artificial Intelligence]: Problem Solving, Control Methods, and Search – Heuristic methods General Terms Algorithms, Performance, Design, Reliability Keywords Satellite Networking, IRIDIUM, Inter-satellite Links Survivability Measures, Hopfield Neural Network
Peter P. Stavroulakis, Ioannis Dimou, Harilaos G.