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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and photonics
    • Space technology
    • Optical communication systems

    Background:

    • Spaceborne laser communication demands efficient and accurate spot positioning systems.
    • Limited onboard computing power and memory restrict the complexity of algorithms.
    • Four-quadrant detectors are crucial for precise beam alignment in optical systems.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a computationally efficient spot positioning method for spaceborne laser communication.
    • To enhance the accuracy of spot positioning using a four-quadrant detector.
    • To evaluate the performance and suitability of the proposed method for satellite applications.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a four-quadrant detector for initial spot detection.
    • Implementing an adaptive interpolation segmentation (AIS) algorithm to fit the theoretical position curve.
    • Employing linear operations within the AIS algorithm for computational efficiency.
    • Conducting simulations and experimental validation of the spot receiving and positioning system.

    Main Results:

    • The adaptive interpolation segmentation (AIS) algorithm demonstrates higher positioning accuracy in the central area of the quadrant detector.
    • Simulated and experimental results confirm the effectiveness of the proposed method.
    • Positioning accuracy is highest within the stable communication zones of the system.
    • The method achieves high accuracy with computationally simple operations.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed spot positioning method is highly suitable for spaceborne laser communication due to its accuracy and operational simplicity.
    • This approach conserves valuable computing resources, enabling enhanced communication performance.
    • The system offers a practical solution for precise beam alignment in demanding space environments.