Orbits of communication satellites
Abstract
The book deals with some aspects of designing communication satellites and the influence of the satellite orbital parameters on the characteristics of the satellites. Particular attention in the analysis of orbits is given to stationary orbits and the high-ellipticity orbits of the Molniya-satellite type. Means of achieving adequate performance of a communications system based on the use of several satellites are examined, along with means of providing a given territory with a reliable continuous communication service. Methods of calculating satellite service areas are outlined, and guidelines for pointing tracking antennas are given.
- Publication:
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Moscow Izdatel Sviaz
- Pub Date:
- 1978
- Bibcode:
- 1978MoIzS.........C
- Keywords:
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- Communication Satellites;
- Orbital Elements;
- Satellite Orbits;
- Spacecraft Communication;
- Channels (Data Transmission);
- Doppler Effect;
- Elliptical Orbits;
- Ground Stations;
- Molniya Satellites;
- Radiation Effects;
- Satellite Networks;
- Stationary Orbits;
- Space Communications, Spacecraft Communications, Command and Tracking