Flying internet hub to hover at 60,000 feet restoring links in remote disasters
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Aerospace company Sceye is developing a flying internet hub called the High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS) to provide connectivity during disasters and in remote areas. Operating at 60,000-65,000 feet in the stratosphere, the solar-powered system can stay airborne for up to a year. SoftBank has invested in the technology, viewing it as crucial for the 6G era. HAPS promises faster speeds, greater capacity, and lower latency than satellite communications, with applications in disaster relief and expanding network coverage.
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