The European Space Agency's high-throughput space optical network, called HydRON, is part of ESA’s ScyLight laser communications program.

Companies reveal plans for optical and RF data relay networks to address growing demand from satellite operators for high-speed data transfer.

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Debra Werner is a correspondent for SpaceNews based in San Francisco. Debra earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of California, Berkeley, and a master’s degree in Journalism from Northwestern University. She is a recipient...