Random optical codes in an intra-satellite optical wireless network

We present a novel family of optical codes to be used in intra-satellite optical wireless networks. They are random optical codes (ROCs). This family is specially adapted for optical networks where the number of channels varies, ever large, low bit rate requirements, energy limitations and packed data are present. For example sensor networks have these requirements. The implementation in an intra-spacecraft telecommand and telemeasurement (TC/TM) optical wireless network is also described. Besides we propose a method for the comparison between ROCs and generalized optical orthogonal codes (OOCs). A decision between both family based on the performance for a particular set of parameters is given by the method. An application of the method is also provided. We have compared the families in the intra-spacecraft optical wireless network.