Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
An experimental 20/30 GHz communications satellite conceptual design is described which employs multiple-beam paraboloid reflector antennas coupled to a TDMA transponder. It is shown that the satellite employs solid state GaAs FET power amplifiers and low noise amplifiers while signal processing and switching takes place on-board the spacecraft. The proposed areas to be served by this satellite would be the continental U.S. plus Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as well as southern Canada and Mexico City. Finally, attention is given to the earth stations which are designed to be low cost.
Keywords:
COMMUNICATIONS AND RADAR
Type:
AIAA PAPER 80-0586
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Communications Satellite Systems Conference; Apr 20, 1980 - Apr 24, 1980; Orlando, FL
Format:
text
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