Cisco Takes Internet Routing to Space
Cisco has announced the success of an in-orbit test for its developing Internet Routing in Space (IRIS) technology.
This is the first-ever deployment of an Internet Protocol (IP) router aboard a commercial GEO satellite. The technology was launched via Intelsat’s IS-14 satellite on Nov. 23, 2009.
“Cisco’s IRIS technology has the potential to transform how the government uses satellite services for military and other communications,” said Michael Florio, JCTD operational manager, Space and Defense Battle Lab. “We are pleased to be working with Cisco and its partners to test and validate this transformational technology.”
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