Research

Research Activities

COSMOS-SECURE combines cybersecurity, post-quantum cryptography, secure voice communication, and space communication research.

Activity 1 · Z0HM01

Post-quantum cryptographic algorithms for voice communication in space

Decent Cybersecurity s. r. o.

This activity focuses on the research of post-quantum cryptographic algorithms specifically optimized for voice communication systems in space environments. The activity includes analysis of NIST-approved post-quantum cryptographic algorithms, evaluation of their suitability for space applications, identification of performance parameters relevant to voice communication, and implementation and testing of optimized prototypes in simulated environments.

  • analysis of post-quantum cryptographic algorithms
  • evaluation of latency, computational complexity, and reliability
  • optimization for space communication conditions
  • prototype implementation and testing
  • research into secure key distribution resistant to quantum-enabled attacks

Expected outputs

  • Post-quantum cryptographic module for voice communication in space
  • Research report on optimization of post-quantum algorithms for space applications
  • Methodology for certification of post-quantum cryptographic solutions for space applications
Activity 2 · P1HM02

Optimal and efficient communication interfaces for voice communication in space

FREQUENTIS Solutions & Services s. r. o.

This activity focuses on the research of communication interfaces for voice communication in space environments and their protection against cyber threats. It considers the specific challenges of space communication, including signal delay, electromagnetic interference, reliability requirements, hybrid communication scenarios, and compatibility with existing systems.

  • analysis of currently used communication technologies
  • radio-frequency communication scenarios
  • optical and laser communication considerations
  • satellite, relay, and interplanetary communication scenarios
  • hybrid RF and optical communication models
  • adaptive communication protocols
  • cyber protection of communication interfaces
  • testing in simulated space communication environments

Expected outputs

  • Patterns of optimal communication interfaces for voice communication in space
  • Prototype of a secure communication solution for space applications

Themes

Technology Themes

Post-quantum cryptography
Secure key distribution
Voice communication systems
Satellite communication
Space mission communication
AI-supported adaptive protocols
Cyber resilience
Laboratory validation