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Answer for Tutorial 1
Describe the definition of Satellite Communication and state
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TWO (2) of its application.
Satellite is a physical object that moves around the earth.
Satellite communications is the use of artificial satellite in the
field of communications to provide communication links between
various points on Earth.
Application:
1. Communication satellite—Television
2. Navigation satellite—Automobile
Discuss TWO (2) types of basic Satellite Orbit with a suitable
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diagram.
Two (2) types of basic satellite orbit:
Circular orbit:
The distance from the Earth remains
the same at all times.
Elliptical orbit:
The elliptical orbit changes the
distance to the Earth.
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Introduction to Satellite Communication System—Tutorial 1
