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This study presents an independent, system-level analysis of hybrid terrestrial–non-terrestrial network (NTN) integration for 6G-ready cellular architectures.

The work examines how satellite-based NTN components can be integrated into existing cellular networks from an operator’s perspective, focusing on performance behavior, key performance indicators (KPIs), coverage continuity, and deployment trade-offs.

Rather than proposing new air-interface standards, the study emphasizes:

End-to-end architectural behavior
Mobility and handover considerations
Latency, availability, and reliability impacts
Cost, scalability, and operational implications
Realistic operator-driven deployment scenarios

The document is intended for telecom engineers, network architects, researchers, and professionals interested in 5G-Advanced, 6G, and NTN system evolution.

This is a technical study and conceptual analysis, not an implementation guide or tutorial.

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