SDR radios based on NEMS technology will enable NASA to be a relevant player in the communications arena since weight, mass and power reduction are direct results of the proposed system. A list of possible applications where the proposed system can be applied is shown as follows 1. Frequency agile radio 2. Cognitive radio systems (networks) 3. Remote Space Instrumentation 4. Communication links for Extra Vehicular activities 5. Compatibility with a wide range of equipment (including outdated radio systems) 6. Ad-Hoc Networks for remote sensing and peer-to-peer communication 7. Network integration and dynamic spectrum allocation 8. Innovative circuit design for nanoscale technologies 9. Reduction of overall energy budget 10.Dynamic systems for telemetry NEMS-based Software-Defined Radio systems will have the ability to enable/accelerate a wide variety of applications. Major applications of the system include: - 4G cell phones - Ultra-low power RF front ends - Cognitive radio mesh networks - Wireless Sensor Networks - Medical devices - Industrial mesh networking - Digital TV - Wide Band data transmission - Automotive portable radios set as media center including wireless phone connectivity
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