Title :
Satellite communication—An overview of the problems and programs
Author :
Pritchard, Wilbur L.
Author_Institution :
Satellite Systems Engineering, Inc., Washington, DC
fDate :
3/1/1977 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
This paper introduces the subject of satellite communication in its broadest aspects, recounts its history and discusses the principal technical problems. It is primarily communications-oriented but relevant spacecraft and launch considerations are summarized. Tabular summaries of the world´s satellite communication programs are given.
Keywords :
Artificial satellites; Cable TV; Communication cables; History; Moon; Relays; Satellite broadcasting; Satellite communication; Satellite ground stations; Space technology;
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/PROC.1977.10483
