SatMaster Pro: Advanced Satellite Link Budget Analysis Event, 06.Oct.2025

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course provides comprehensive training on satellite link budget analysis using SatMaster Pro software. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of satellite communication systems, link budget calculations, and optimization techniques. The course combines theoretical concepts with hands-on practical exercises to ensure a thorough understanding of satellite engineering principles.

Learning Objectives

• Master the fundamentals of satellite link budget analysis
• Develop proficiency in using SatMaster Pro software for link budget calculations
• Understand advanced concepts in satellite communication system design
• Learn optimization techniques for various satellite network configurations
• Gain practical skills in troubleshooting and improving satellite link performance

Course Modules

Day 1: Introduction to Satellite Link Budgets

• Satellite communication basics and link budget overview
• SatMaster Pro software introduction and interface familiarization
• Key parameters in link budget calculations
• Hands-on exercises: Basic link budget setup

Day 2: Detailed Link Budget Analysis

• Advanced link budget components and calculations
• Propagation effects and atmospheric models
• Modulation and coding techniques
• Practical session: Complex link budget scenarios

Day 3: Satellite Network Design

• VSAT network architecture and design principles
• Transponder loading and optimization
• Interference analysis and mitigation strategies
• Workshop: Designing a multi-beam satellite network

Day 4: Advanced Topics in Satellite Communications

• Non-GEO satellite systems and link budget considerations
• HTS and multi-spot beam architectures
• Adaptive coding and modulation techniques
• Case study: Optimizing a global satellite network

Day 5: Optimization and Troubleshooting

• Link budget optimization techniques
• Performance analysis and system trade-offs
• Troubleshooting common satellite link issues
• Final project: End-to-end satellite network design and optimization

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to independently perform complex link budget analyses using SatMaster Pro
• Skills to optimize satellite network designs for various applications and environments
• Expertise in identifying and resolving satellite communication system issues
• Confidence in making informed decisions for satellite communication projects