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A System-Level Study of Hybrid Terrestrial–NTN Architecture for 6G-Ready Cellular Networks
An Operator-Centric Performance, KPI, and Deployment Perspective
About
About the Book
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.
Author
About the Author
ADEEL NAIM KHAN
Adeel Naim Khan is a senior telecom professional with over 20 years of experience in radio access
network optimization, performance management, and service assurance across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G
networks.
His professional interests include 5G-Advanced, 6G system architecture, Non-Terrestrial Networks
(NTN), and hybrid terrestrial–satellite integration from a mobile network operator perspective.
This study reflects independent learning and analysis conducted during a professional transition
period.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adeel-naim-khan-6093122/
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