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5G NTN: Total Overview of Satellite Integration into 5G

Name: 5G NTN: Total Overview of Satellite Integration into 5G
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5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial-Networks) all possible aspects of integration Satellites into 5G network and all 5G NR changes

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Created byGleb Marchenko

Last updated 12/2025

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What you'll learn

Strong understanding on how satellites can be integrated into 5G networks.
5G Non-Terrestrial-Networks from 3GPP standardization point of view.
All about 5G NTN features according to 3GPP Release 18, 19 and 20, as well as future 6G NTN networks.
Learn about LEO/GEO satellite projects including Iridium, Inmarsat and Globalstar
Learn about modern LEO projects such Starlink Direct to Cell and AST Spacemobile

Course content

12 sections • 89 lectures • 8h 31m total length

Main motivation, 5G economy and Satellites opportunities10:28
The Golden Age of Space Technologies3:37
Trace the golden age of space technologies from Sputnik and Yuri Gagarin to the first moon walk, satellite broadcasting, Navstar GPS, and cellular backhaul.
The New Age of Space Technologies7:20
Identify the new age of space technologies where miniaturized satellites and commercial players enable 5G NTN, IoT, and earth observation services across LEO constellations.
New Space Ecosystem3:13
Cellular and Satellite Marriage: 3 phases3:47
3 Main NTN use-cases defined by ITU2:14
Check your knowledge #1

LEO/MEO/GEO Orbits Overview6:42
Spectrum, Large Propagation Delays and Line of Sight operation8:35
Doppler Shifts, Attenuations, Elliptical and Multi-Beams operation + Freq. reuse11:21
Explore doppler shifts and atmospheric attenuations in NTN links, and compare single-beam and multi-beam operations with frequency reuse and polarization reuse for satellite 5G integration.
Users and Satellite Mobility Management challenges5:20
Inter-Satellite Links: all you need to know8:38
Explore inter-satellite links for space communication, covering interplane and intraplane connections, line-of-sight, power limits, pointing accuracy, high data rates, latency, routing, and global coverage with ka/ku RF and optical links.
Polar and Walker (delta) examples or how Starlink and OneWeb (Amazon) works?5:13
Space Garbage and Light Pollution from Satellites2:06
5G NTN: Policy and Regulation Challenges5:16
Place of 5G and LEO Satellites in Gartner Hype Cycle2:19
Place 5G NTN and LEO satellites on the Gartner hype curve, from hype to disillusionment through enlightenment to productivity, and note how standardization may mature non terrestrial networks.
Check your knowledge #2

Place of Satellites in 5G System Architecture9:38
User and Control Planes Protocols, Functional Splits, NTN Architecture Options9:58
Explore 5G non-terrestrial networks architecture, comparing transparent and regenerative satellite modes, and examining functional splits from radio unit to central unit for flexible backhaul.
5G NTN - Transparent Satellite Architecture1:54
5G NTN - Regenerative Satellite Architecture3:09
Release 19 features: UE-satellite-UE communication6:29
Release 19 features: Store&Forward IoT4:46
Check your knowledge #4
NTN impacts on 5G NR overview3:41
5G NR changes: K-offset and K-Mac6:41
Explore how satellite delay variability affects scheduling in 5g nr, and how k offset and k mac align downlink and uplink timing for ntn deployments.
5G NR changes: Timing Advance and Random Access Procedure7:49
5G NR changes: Polarization and HARQ+RTT10:17
5G NTN: Cell/Beams and PCI planning4:09
Check your knowledge #5
5G NTN: New Conditional Handovers and Mobility Scenarios11:28
Learn how 5g NTN uses conditional handover with time- and distance-based triggers to prevent handover failures in NTN mobility and enable satellite-terrestrial, inter-satellite scenarios.
5G NTN: Feeder Link Switch-Over and Tracking Area Updates5:06
5G NTN: Frequency Bands, Coexistence with Terrestrial and SIB19 overview15:20
5G NTN Security: all you need to know!19:38
5G NTN: Impacted 3GPP documents overview1:25
Explore how 3GPP release 17 introduces non-terrestrial networks and impacts numerous technical specifications, timing advance, protocols, base station characteristics, and conformance testing for satellite coexistence.
5G NTN: Key Takeaways and Historical Parallels6:41
Check your knowledge #6
Negotiating a 5G NTN Deployment for a Rural Community

The Hybrid Threat Landscape for NTN2:29
Feeder Link security: IPsec performance challenges3:53
Telemetry, Tracking and Command Link Security Aspects4:28
Ground Segment: The Space Link Extension protocol gaps2:12
GNSS spoofing: User Terminal and gNB spoofing - mitigations and countermeasures4:01
Adapting 5G AMF timers for NTN environments3:16
NAS and AS Security in 5G NTN3:21
Security Keys and Functions Placements Rules3:15
Assess ntn-specific run-architecture security decisions, favoring ground-controlled policies. Avoid space-based storage of keys and credentials; use ground infrastructure or on-board hardware security module, plus a kill switch.
SUCI Enforcement and Location Obfuscation in 5G NTN2:08
Metadata from Traffic Analysis - Risks in 5G NTN3:33
Protect NTN traffic from metadata analysis by applying encryption alongside obfuscation techniques such as padding and traffic shaping, while evaluating inter-satellite and ground gateway impact.

Iridium system overview12:25
Globalstar system overview9:48
Inmarsat (Viasat) and Inmarsat Xpress systems overview13:03
Check you knowledge
NGSO and GSO systems interference: ITU/FCC regulations4:40
Explore how NGSO and GSO mega-constellations drive spectrum management, ITU article 22, ITU article 9 coordination, and FCC ten-degree separation to enable coexistence.
NGSO and GSO systems: interference mitigation aspects4:37

Direct to Smartphone market: key players3:34
AST Space Mobile - company overview8:40
Examine AST Spacemobile as a bold satellite-based voice and mobile broadband project aiming for global coverage with a large leo constellation, 21 Mbps downlink, and strong operator partnerships.
AST Space Mobile - key milestones and tests6:44
AST Space Mobile - beamforming and HARQ solutions7:03
AST Space Mobile - field of view and beam patterns9:01
AST Space Mobile - coverage and traffic estimation7:08
Evaluate coverage and capacity in 5g ntn by comparing AST Space Mobile and SpaceX Starlink direct-to-device, including beam diameters, spectrum efficiency, and projected satellite capacity.
AST Space Mobile VS Space X solution and global acceptance aspects8:55

Lynk - company overview and key milestones7:10
Lynk - constellation and satellite characteristics5:02
Lynk - beamforming and signal processing capabilities4:48
Explore Lynk's beamforming and signal processing for 5G NTN, outlining 100 km coverage, 19 simultaneous beams, circular polarization, 17 DBI gain, and regenerative edge processing on board.
Lynk - business model and roll-out plans3:29
Lynk - spectrum, GSM voice call and regulatory aspects8:22

Omnispace - company overview5:03
Omnispace - constellation and satellites characteristics6:09
Omnispace - business and spectrum aspects4:46
Omnispace pursues a low-cost, diverse market strategy with direct-to-device aims across enterprise, government, military, and IoT, backed by 20 operator agreements and 3G/4G/5G tn solutions.
Omnispace - interference battles with SpaceX company5:35
Explore Omni Space and SpaceX interference battles within 5G NTN satellite integration, analyzing alleged harmful uplink interference, downlink band conflicts, FCC filings, and concerns about antenna parameters.
Omnispace - SpaceX reply on claims7:00

Tiantong - overview and coverage area2:50
Tiantong - constellating design and satellites characteristics2:58
Examine constellation design and satellite characteristics for 5g ntn, including geostationary and leo plans. Note three satellites operational, a planned fourth, large mesh reflectors, 100+ beams, and s-band user links.
Tiantong - GMR-1 based radio interface and performance4:26
Examine the GMR-1 based radio interface, adapting a GSM-like 3G standard for geostationary satellites, using TDMA with variable bandwidth and BPSK/QPSK modulation for voice and data.
Tiantong - security and encryption aspects3:08
Explore security and encryption in satellite-enabled 5G NTN, detailing RLC and MAC layer ciphering, 128-bit keys, potential downgrade attacks, and privacy concerns across country bans and monitoring.

Requirements

Basic understanding of IT/Telecom
Basic understanding of main 5G NR procedures and protocols

Description

Hi innovators!

Welcome on board of Satellite integration into the 5G network with this course.

This is a detailed course into every aspects, gaining a solid understanding of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN).

8.5 hours of dedicated video presentations will help you with the knowledge needed to navigate the future of networks, covering technical issues and broader perspectives.

The course exploring the Satellite landscape, its background, motivations, economic considerations, key features and challenges, including mobility scenarios, new types of handovers, cell and NR beams coverage for NTN.

Critical topics such as 5G NTN security, latency, and the all possible adjustments in 5G NR protocols are addressed to facilitate seamless communication with diverse satellites.

An architectural exploration of 5G NTN, insights into 3GPP 5G NTN roadmaps, including 5G NTN Release 19 and Release 20 features, and look into future 6G NTN aspects.

As well as such satellite systems as Iridium, Globalstar, Inmarsat and Inmarsat Global Xpress.

Navigate the regulatory landscape and policy considerations along with an overview of famous projects like Starlink D2C (Direct to Cell), AST SpaceMobile, Lynk Global, Omnispace and contributions from legacy satellite industry giants such as Iridium and Globalstar, providing real-world applications of 5G NTN.

Upon completion, you will have a strong understanding of the interplay between these two transformative technologies.

Let's explore together this intersection of 5G and Satellite networks, opening in a new era of connectivity.

Who this course is for:

Engineers and telecom experts who are working with mobile networks
Students and researchers
Everybody who are interested in 5G networks and Satellite networks

5G NTN: Total Overview of Satellite Integration into 5G

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Course content

Main Motivation and Background of Satellite Integration6 lectures • 31min

5G NTN communication: Key Features and Challenges9 lectures • 56min

5G NTN Standardization5 lectures • 37min

5G NTN: Architecture and New Radio changes to Support Satellite links18 lectures • 2hr 8min

5G NTN Security: Advanced Issues10 lectures • 33min

Modern LEO/GEO satellite systems and projects5 lectures • 45min

AST Space Mobile: Direct to Cell (Smartphone)7 lectures • 51min

Lynk Global - Direct to Cell (Smartphone)5 lectures • 29min

Omnispace - Direct to Cell (Smartphone)5 lectures • 29min

Chinese GEO Direct to Cell project - Tiantong4 lectures • 13min

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