Since 1973, NASA has conducted hundreds of user experiments and demonstrations using the Applications Technology Satellites ATS-1, -3, and -6, and the Communications Technology Satellite CTS. Now, projections show that the commercial demand will continue to increase, soon exceeding the current technology's capacity. The next phase in NASA's satellite communication program include 30/20 GHz Ka-band technology, extending the current work in advanced multibeam antennas; a narrow-band system and technology study that could lead to mobile and transportable communication developments; and studies of future uses of technology in communications.
Developing the next phase in NASA's satellite communications program
International Astronautical Federation, International Astronautical Congress
1979-09-01
Conference paper
No indication
English
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