Ground Segment 101
Ground Segment 101: A Primer on Antennas and Antenna Networks
what is an antenna?
An antenna is a device that transmits and receives electromagnetic waves. It converts electrical signals into radio waves and vice versa, enabling communication with satellites and other systems.
What are typical antenna sizes used to communicate with satellites?
What are the frequencies typically used?
S band uplink: 2025MHz-2110MHz
S band downlink: 2200MHz-2290MHz
X band downlink: 8025MHz-8500MHz
Ka band downlink( sub band allocated for EESS): 25500MHz-27000MHz
What do you need to operate a ground station?
How much does building a station cost?
What are the different types of antenna networks?
Publicly Owned Networks:
Examples include NASA’s DSN, ESA’s Estrack, and India’s ISTRAC.
Private Networks:
Owned and operated by satellite companies for dedicated communication and control.
Ground Segment as a Service (GSaaS):
A managed service offering ground station access and operations, providing flexible and cost-effective satellite communication solutions.
What are the benefits of an antenna network?
How is a Ground Station Network designed?
How do you operate your satellite with a ground station network?
How do you operate a constellation with a ground station network?
Operating a satellite constellation involves coordinating multiple satellites through the network to ensure seamless communication. This requires automated scheduling,handling data efficiently, and managing resources to maintain continuous coverage and service quality.
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