A space system integrating earth observation and mobile communications for equatorial remote areas
Abstract
The integration of two constellations of light and low-cost satellites, the Equatorial Communications (ECO) system and a polar orbit system for World Observation and Monitoring (WOM), is proposed. The WOM involves eight satellites and portable data reception and processing equipment. Onboard data compression enables UHF transmission of earth observation data. A system for global coverage with a temporal result of two passes per day is proposed. The ECO involves eight satellites in an equatorial constellation at 2000 mm. This system can supply low-orbit communications for equatorial countries and assist in the daily monitoring of ecologically protected areas.
- Publication:
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Graz International Astronautical Federation Congress
- Pub Date:
- October 1993
- Bibcode:
- 1993graz.iafcS....C
- Keywords:
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- Earth Observations (From Space);
- Equatorial Regions;
- Mobile Communication Systems;
- Polar Orbits;
- Brazilian Space Program;
- Forest Management;
- Low Cost;
- Onboard Data Processing;
- Satellite Networks;
- Small Scientific Satellites;
- Astronautics (General)