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Satellite Communication Properties

Satellite communication offers wide coverage, long-distance transmission, and high bandwidth availability, making it suitable for various applications such as global internet services and DTH television. It provides reliability during disasters and supports mobility for moving objects, although GEO satellites face latency issues. Despite high launch and maintenance costs, satellite communication is cost-effective for large-scale operations.

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Satellite Communication Properties

Satellite communication offers wide coverage, long-distance transmission, and high bandwidth availability, making it suitable for various applications such as global internet services and DTH television. It provides reliability during disasters and supports mobility for moving objects, although GEO satellites face latency issues. Despite high launch and maintenance costs, satellite communication is cost-effective for large-scale operations.

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Communication Properties of Satellite Communication

1. Wide Coverage

- Satellites provide communication over vast areas, including remote regions.

- Example: Geostationary satellites cover almost one-third of the Earth's surface.

2. Long Distance Transmission

- Enables communication over long distances without physical infrastructure.

- Example: Intercontinental calls and global internet services.

3. High Bandwidth Availability

- Supports high-speed data, voice, and video communication.

- Example: DTH television and broadband internet.

4. Reliability and Redundancy

- Provides communication even during disasters when ground networks fail.

- Example: Emergency response and military operations.

5. Low Latency (for LEO Satellites)

- Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites reduce signal delay compared to GEO satellites.

- Example: Starlink and OneWeb satellite internet.

6. Multipoint Communication (Broadcasting)

- Ideal for one-to-many communication.

- Example: Live TV, radio, and weather forecasting.


7. Frequency Spectrum Utilization

- Uses various frequency bands (C-band, Ku-band, Ka-band) for optimization.

- Example: Ka-band is used for high-speed internet services.

8. Mobility Support

- Provides connectivity to moving objects like ships, aircraft, and vehicles.

- Example: In-flight Wi-Fi and GPS navigation.

9. Delay (Latency) Issues in GEO Satellites

- GEO satellites have a latency of about 250-280 milliseconds due to their high altitude.

- Example: Video conferencing via GEO satellites can have noticeable delays.

10. Cost Considerations

- Expensive to launch and maintain but cost-effective for large-scale communication.

- Example: VSAT networks help businesses in remote areas.

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