10 Questions
What was the primary driver for the shift from terrestrial to space-based telecom systems?
Coverage, accessibility, efficiency, ease of operations
Which type of orbit has an orbital period equal to Earth’s rotation period?
Geosynchronous
What is the primary payload of a communication satellite?
Communication subsystems
What is the weight range of a typical communication satellite?
6000 – 7000 kg
What concept was instrumental in the development of geosynchronous and geostationary orbits?
Arthur C. Clarke's conceptual idea
Geostationary orbit is not the same as geosynchronous orbit.
False
The concept of geostationary and geosynchronous orbits was first proposed by Arthur C. Clarke.
True
A geostationary transfer orbit (GTO) is used to achieve a geosynchronous orbit.
True
A communication satellite typically weighs around 1000 kg.
False
The primary payloads of a communication satellite are antennas, transmitters, and receivers.
True
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