NASA NTRS · 19800045381
Developing the concept of a geostationary platform
Abstract
A geostationary platform concept with a proliferation of low-cost earth stations is discussed. Candidate platform concepts, servicing, life, and Orbital Transfer Vehicle (OTV) options are considered. A Life Cycle Costing model is used to select the minimum cost concept meeting program criteria. It is concluded that the geostationary platform concept is a practical and economical approach to providing expanding communication services within the limitations imposed by the available frequency spectrum and orbital arc.
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Carey, W. T., Bowman, R. M., Stone, G. R.. 1980-01-01. Developing the concept of a geostationary platform. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19800045381
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