%0 Journal Article %T Optimization Of A Satellite Earth Station Layout Using Genetic Algorithms %A Stephen Mack %J International Journal of Electronics, Computer and Communications Technologies %D 2012 %I Universiti Tenaga Nasional %X A genetic algorithm optimization scheme for planning satellite earth station antenna layouts is presented and analyzed. A method for quantifying the value of an antenna layout is described. This scheme allows for the optimal placement of large antennae within a bounded geographic area, making the best use of earth station land. Performance of the optimization scheme is illustrated by simulation results. %K Satellite Earth Station %K Satellite Communication %K Optimization %K Genetic Algorithm %K Line of Site Communication %U http://ijecct.coe.edu.my/journal/index.php/ijecct/article/view/134