The command and data acquisition (CDA) station for the Synchronous Meteorological Satellite (SMS) program, located on the Eastern shore of Virginia, is described in terms of facility layout, ground support instrumentation, and capabilities. Data systems and equipment are described in detailed block diagrams. The major subsystems are identified and information on equipment specifications, frequency ranges, and data processing format is given. Automatic picture transmission, data utilization stations, data collection platforms, and the various communication links from the CDA station to the SMS spacecraft are discussed.


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    Title :

    Synchronous meteorological satellite system description document, volume 4


    Contributors:
    Lahzun, J. (author)

    Publication date :

    1972-02-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :