The Communications Technology Satellite /CTS/ Program
Abstract
The purposes of the joint Canadian-U.S. Communications Technology Satellite (CTS) Program are (1) to conduct satellite communication systems experiments using the 12- and 14-GHz bands and low-cost transportable ground terminals, (2) to develop and flight test a power amplifier tube having a greater than 50% efficiency with a saturated power output of 200 W at 12 GHz, (3) to develop and flight test a lightweight extendible solar array with an initial power output greater than 1 kW, and (4) to develop and flight test a 3-axis stabilization system to maintain accurate antenna boresight positioning on a spacecraft with flexible appendages. Brief descriptions of these experiments and of the ground facilities are provided.
- Publication:
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Communication Satellite Systems: An Overview of the Technology
- Pub Date:
- 1976
- Bibcode:
- 1976coss.book...13E
- Keywords:
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- Centimeter Waves;
- Communications Technology Satellite;
- Satellite Design;
- Synchronous Satellites;
- Antenna Radiation Patterns;
- Canada;
- Flight Tests;
- International Cooperation;
- Low Cost;
- Nasa Programs;
- Power Amplifiers;
- Satellite Communication;
- Solar Arrays;
- Three Axis Stabilization;
- Communications and Radar