Systematic Literature Review on Post-Quantum Cryptography for Satellite and Space Security

Abubakar Ahmad

Published Aug 6, 2026• 0 citations

Abstract

This project contains the protocol, search strategy, screening process, data extraction, and analysis for a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) investigating the application of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in satellite security, space security, satellite communications, and space cybersecurity.

DOI: 10.17605/osf.io/5s4xg

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