NASA Explores Artificial Intelligence For Space Communications - HPC ASIA

NASA spacecraft typically rely on human-controlled radio systems to communicate with Earth. As collection of space data increases, NASA looks to cognitive radio, the infusion of artificial intelligence into space communications networks, to meet demand and increase efficiency. "Modern space communications systems use complex software to support science and exploration missions," said Janette C. Briones, principal investigator in the cognitive communication project at NASA's Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. "By applying artificial intelligence and machine learning, satellites control these systems seamlessly, making real-time decisions without awaiting instruction." To understand cognitive radio, it's easiest to start with ground-based applications.