Satellite Orbits & Communications

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About This Book

Are you keen to kickstart your understanding of satellite orbits and communications, but aren't quite ready to dive into the deep end of a complicated textbook? Whether you're a complete beginner to satellites or a career astronaut looking for a refresher, Satellite Orbits & Communications serves to launch your understanding into orbit! Each section of this book takes you on a journey through the basics of satellite engineering and orbital dynamics as well as how satellites communicate with Earth. Every illustration, explanation, and problem was written by a dedicated team to ensure that the book is approachable for anyone. With new satellites being launched each day, there isn't a better time to learn about the infrastructure over our heads! Bookwide Features Three mischievous, but savvy, mascots to guide and encourage your…

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