A method for encoding network data, such as Internet Protocol (IP) data, into a format for transmission over a satellite system is described. The network data is configured in a packet having a data block and header information. The network data packet is encoded into a variable-length multi-packet transport...http://www.google.com/patents/US6172972?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6172972 - Multi-packet transport structure and method for sending network data over satellite network
