The general measurement methods used, and results obtained, during RF in-orbit testing of the INTELSAT-K satellite communications payload (antennas and transponders) and telemetry, command, and ranging (TC&R) subsystems are described. All repeaters, antennas, and TC&R subsystems performed within specifications. Additional antenna tests conducted to measure the contours of the European beam within the fringe areas of the main beam are discussed, and INTELSAT's operational support provisions to ensure proper beam connectivity changes on an as-needed basis, as requested by some customers, are explained.
INTELSAT-K transponder in-orbit tests and operational considerations
Weltraumtests von INTELSAT-K-Antwortsendern und Bemerkungen zur Bedienung
Comsat Technical Review ; 24 , 1-2 ; 65-78
1995
14 Seiten, 3 Quellen
Article (Journal)
English
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