Trends in communication satellites show increasing reuse of the frequency spectrum through multiple spot beams and orthogonal polarization, as well as consortia operation. Current reliance on orbital arc separation for frequency reuse may be inadequate for the projected traffic growth and the orbital slotting proposals before the ITU. This paper notes that cost advantages can accrue through common use of spacecraft subsystems and multiple users' platforms aboard a common geostationary platform. The rationale for such platforms is described and potential payloads are suggested.
Communications payloads for geostationary platforms
Conference on Large Space Platforms: Future Needs and Capabilities
1978-09-01
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Keine Angabe
Englisch
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