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MCS Chapter -1
Introduction to Satellite Communications
Introduction to Satellite Communications
System Elements
Main Features
History
Overview and Basic concepts of Satellite Communications
Spectrum Allocation
Satellite Systems Applications
System Design Considerations
Current Developments and Future Trends
Earth SCC
Stations TT&C Ground Station
Ground Segment
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Main Features
Large area coverage – Foot print area
Coverage regardless of political boundaries / divides
Inaccessible / remote area
Large channel capacity / broadband
Higher data rates
Variety of services
GPS
Telephone
Data
Video etc
Satellite Communication
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TYPES OF ORBITS
25.0
20.0
Hours
15.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
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Altitude [km]
250.0
200.0
Delay [ms]
150.0
100.0
50.0
0.0
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Altitude [km]
F2
(Inertial-Centrifugal Force)
F1
(Gravitational
Force)