Satellite Technology: Principles and ApplicationsA comprehensive, single-source reference on satellite technology and its applications, Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications, Second Editionincludes the latest developments on the topic. Covering the features and facilities of satellites and satellite launch vehicles, with an emphasis on the fundamental principles and concepts, the authors provide readers with a complete understanding of the technology. This book explains the past, present and future satellite missions, as well as non-communication related applications. Coverage ranges from remote sensing and navigational uses to meteorological and military areas. This second edition contains an additional chapter on earth station design and gives extensive focus to space based weapon systems, satellite interference and future trends in satellite technology. Extra information has also been provided on all of the first edition’s topics to enhance the existing coverage.
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Contents
Satellite Orbits and Trajectories | 2-3 |
Satellite Hardware | 3-56 |
Communication Techniques | 5-5 |
Multiple Access Techniques | 5-49 |
Satellite Link Design Fundamentals | 5-80 |
Satellite Launch and Inorbit Operations | 8-3 |
Earth Station | 8-8 |
Communication Satellites | 8-54 |
Remote Sensing Satellites | 9-35 |
Weather Satellites | 17 |
Navigation Satellites | 11-31 |
Scientific Satellites | 11-62 |
Military Satellites | 11-113 |
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Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications Anil K. Maini,Varsha Agrawal No preview available - 2010 |
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