Book description
Fully updated edition of the comprehensive, single-source reference on satellite technology and its applications
Covering both the technology and its applications, Satellite Technology is a concise reference on satellites for commercial, scientific and military purposes. The book explains satellite technology fully, beginning by offering an introduction to the fundamentals, before covering orbits and trajectories, launch and in-orbit operations, hardware, communication techniques, multiple access techniques, and link design fundamentals. This new edition also includes comprehensive chapters on Satellite Networks and Satellite Technology - Emerging Trends. Providing a complete survey of applications, from remote sensing and military uses, to navigational and scientific applications, the authors also present an inclusive compendium on satellites and satellite launch vehicles. Filled with diagrams and illustrations, this book serves as an ideal introduction for those new to the topic, as well as a reference point for professionals.
Fully updated edition of the comprehensive, single-source reference on satellite technology and its applications - remote sensing, weather, navigation, scientific, and military - including new chapters on Satellite Networks and Satellite Technology - Emerging Trends
Covers the full range of satellite applications in remote sensing, meteorology, the military, navigation and science, and communications, including satellite-to-under sea communication, satellite cell-phones, and global Xpress system of INMARSAT
The cross-disciplinary coverage makes the book an essential reference book for professionals, R&D scientists and students at post graduate level
Companion website provides a complete compendium on satellites and satellite launch vehicles
An ideal introduction for Professionals and R&D scientists in the field. Engineering Students. Cross disciplinary information for engineers and technical managers.
Note: The ebook version does not provide access to the companion files.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Preface
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Part I: Satellite Technology
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Satellites and their Applications
- Chapter 2: Satellite Orbits and Trajectories
- Chapter 3: Satellite Launch and In-orbit Operations
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Chapter 4: Satellite Hardware
- 4.1 Satellite Subsystems
- 4.2 Mechanical Structure
- 4.3 Propulsion Subsystem
- 4.4 Thermal Control Subsystem
- 4.5 Power Supply Subsystem
- 4.6 Attitude and Orbit Control
- 4.7 Tracking, Telemetry and Command Subsystem
- 4.8 Payload
- 4.9 Antenna Subsystem
- 4.10 Space Qualification and Equipment Reliability
- Further Reading
- Glossary
- Chapter 5: Communication Techniques
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Chapter 6: Multiple Access Techniques
- 6.1 Introduction to Multiple Access Techniques
- 6.2 Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)
- 6.3 Single Channel Per Carrier (SCPC) Systems
- 6.4 Multiple Channels Per Carrier (MCPC) Systems
- 6.5 Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
- 6.6 TDMA Frame Structure
- 6.7 TDMA Burst Structure
- 6.8 Computing Unique Word Detection Probability
- 6.9 TDMA Frame Efficiency
- 6.10 Control and Coordination of Traffic
- 6.11 Frame Acquisition and Synchronization
- 6.12 FDMA vs. TDMA
- 6.13 Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)
- 6.14 Space Domain Multiple Access (SDMA)
- Further Readings
- Glossary
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Chapter 7: Satellite Link Design Fundamentals
- 7.1 Transmission Equation
- 7.2 Satellite Link Parameters
- 7.3 Frequency Considerations
- 7.4 Propagation Considerations
- 7.5 Techniques to Counter Propagation Effects
- 7.6 Noise Considerations
- 7.7 Interference-related Problems
- 7.8 Antenna Gain-to-Noise Temperature (G/T) Ratio
- 7.9 Link Design
- 7.10 Multiple Spot Beam Technology
- Further Readings
- Glossary
- Chapter 8: Earth Station
- Chapter 9: Networking Concepts
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Part II: Satellite Applications
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Chapter 10: Communication Satellites
- 10.1 Introduction to Communication Satellites
- 10.2 Communication-related Applications of Satellites
- 10.3 Frequency Bands
- 10.4 Payloads
- 10.5 Satellite versus Terrestrial Networks
- 10.6 Satellite Telephony
- 10.7 Satellite Television
- 10.8 Satellite Radio
- 10.9 Satellite Data Communication Services
- 10.10 Important Missions
- 10.11 Future Trends
- Further Readings
- Glossary
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Chapter 11: Remote Sensing Satellites
- 11.1 Remote Sensing – An Overview
- 11.2 Classification of Satellite Remote Sensing Systems
- 11.3 Remote Sensing Satellite Orbits
- 11.4 Remote Sensing Satellite Payloads
- 11.5 Passive Sensors
- 11.6 Active Sensors
- 11.7 Types of Images
- 11.8 Image Classification
- 11.9 Image Interpretation
- 11.10 Applications of Remote Sensing Satellites
- 11.11 Major Remote Sensing Missions
- 11.12 Future Trends
- Further Readings
- Glossary
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Chapter 12: Weather Satellites
- 12.1 Weather Forecasting – An Overview
- 12.2 Weather Forecasting Satellite Fundamentals
- 12.3 Images from Weather Forecasting Satellites
- 12.4 Weather Forecasting Satellite Orbits
- 12.5 Weather Forecasting Satellite Payloads
- 12.6 Image Processing and Analysis
- 12.7 Weather Forecasting Satellite Applications
- 12.8 Major Weather Forecasting Satellite Missions
- 12.9 Future of Weather Forecasting Satellite Systems
- Further Readings
- Glossary
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Chapter 13: Navigation Satellites
- 13.1 Development of Satellite Navigation Systems
- 13.2 Global Positioning System (GPS)
- 13.3 Working Principle of the GPS
- 13.4 GPS Positioning Services and Positioning Modes
- 13.5 GPS Error Sources
- 13.6 GLONASS Satellite System
- 13.7 GPS-GLONASS Integration
- 13.8 EGNOS Satellite Navigation System
- 13.9 Galileo Satellite Navigation Systems
- 13.10 Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS)
- 13.11 Compass Satellite Navigation System
- 13.12 Hybrid Navigation Systems
- 13.13 Applications of Satellite Navigation Systems
- 13.14 Future of Satellite Navigation Systems
- Further Readings
- Glossary
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Chapter 14: Scientific Satellites
- 14.1 Satellite-based versus Ground-based Scientific Techniques
- 14.2 Payloads on Board Scientific Satellites
- 14.3 Applications of Scientific Satellites – Study of Earth
- 14.4 Observation of the Earth's Environment
- 14.5 Astronomical Observations
- 14.6 Missions for Studying Planets of the Solar System
- 14.7 Missions Beyond the Solar System
- 14.8 Other Fields of Investigation
- 14.9 Future Trends
- Further Readings
- Glossary
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Chapter 15: Military Satellites
- 15.1 Military Satellites – An Overview
- 15.2 Military Communication Satellites
- 15.3 Development of Military Communication Satellite Systems
- 15.4 Frequency Spectrum Utilized by Military Communication Satellite Systems
- 15.5 Dual-use Military Communication Satellite Systems
- 15.6 Reconnaisance Satellites
- 15.7 SIGINT Satellites
- 15.8 Early Warning Satellites
- 15.9 Nuclear Explosion Satellites
- 15.10 Military Weather Forecasting Satellites
- 15.11 Military Navigation Satellites
- 15.12 Space Weapons
- 15.13 Strategic Defence Initiative
- 15.14 Directed Energy Laser Weapons
- 15.15 Advanced Concepts
- Further Readings
- Glossary
- Chapter 16: Emerging Trends
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Chapter 10: Communication Satellites
- Index
- End User License Agreement
Product information
- Title: Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications, 3rd Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: June 2014
- Publisher(s): Wiley
- ISBN: 9781118636473
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