Overview

The field of satellite communications represents the world's largest space industry. Those who are interested in space need to understand the fundamentals of satellite communications, its technology, operation, business, economic, and regulatory aspects. This book explains all this along with key insights into the field's future growth trends and current strategic challenges. Fundamentals of Satellite Communications is a concise book that gives all of the key facts and figures as well as a strategic view of where this dynamic industry is going. Author Joseph N. Pelton, PhD, former Dean of the International Space University and former Director of Strategic Policy at Intelstat, presents a readable book about the entire essence of the satellite communication field.

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Author:   Joseph N. Pelton, Jr.
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   2012 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.260kg
ISBN:  

9781461419938

ISBN 10:   146141993
Pages:   126
Publication Date:   24 November 2011
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction to Satellite Communications.- Chapter 2: Orbits, Services and Systems.- Chapter 3: Overview of Communication Satellites Technology.- Chapter 4: The Design, Engineering, Manufacture, and Operation of a Communications Satellites.- Chapter 5: Earth Stations, Antennas, and User Devices.- Chapter 6: Satellite Deployment, Station-Keeping and Related Insurance Coverage.- Chapter 7: Key Business, Trade and Regulatory Issues.- Chapter 8: The Future of Satellite Communications.- Chapter 9: Top Ten Things to Know about Satellite Communications.- Appendix 1: Definitions and Acronyms.- Appendix 2: Bibliography and Further Reading.- About the Author.

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Joseph N. Pelton, Director Emeritus of the Space and Advanced Communications Research Institute, George Washington University and Former Dean, International Space University

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