Bridging Technology, Science and Industry Antarctica is an exciting frontier with many environmental, biological, and geological discoveries yet to be made; it is also a technological frontier as it is the only remaining continent without submarine fiber optic communications, relying on low-bandwidth satellite for information transmission. The addition of a new SMART cable system could open a world of scientific discovery and international engagement. GBS is pleased to support the U.S. National Science Foundation's objective to explore the feasiblity of a SMART cable system to McMurdo Research Station to further research and communications for the U.S. Antarctic program.
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SUMMARY OF
CONTENTS
Table of Contents, List of Tables, List of Figures
Final Desktop Study Report
Comprehensive Desktop Study
Redacted Appendices
Index
Desktop Study Preparation Team
National Science Foundation Contact Information
More Information
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Introduction & Executive Summary
NSF Introduction; 2021 Antarctic Workshop Summary
Science Monitoring And Reliable Telecommunications Cables
Executive Summary
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