Satellite Communications / Edition 1

by Joseph N. Pelton

Overview

The field of satellite communications represents the world's largest space industry. Those who are interested in space need to understand the fundamentals of satellite communications, its technology, operation, business, economic, and regulatory aspects. This book explains all this along with key insights into the field's future growth trends and current strategic challenges. Fundamentals of Satellite Communications is a concise book that gives all of the key facts and figures as well as a strategic view of where this dynamic industry is going. Author Joseph N. Pelton, PhD, former Dean of the International Space University and former Director of Strategic Policy at Intelstat, presents a readable book about the entire essence of the satellite communication field.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781461419938
Publisher:	Springer New York
Publication date:	11/24/2011
Series:	SpringerBriefs in Space Development
Edition description:	2012
Pages:	126
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.02(d)

About the Author

Joseph N. Pelton, Director Emeritus of the Space and Advanced Communications Research Institute, George Washington University and Former Dean, International Space University

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction to Satellite Communications.- Chapter 2: Orbits, Services and Systems.- Chapter 3: Overview of Communication Satellites Technology.- Chapter 4: The Design, Engineering, Manufacture, and Operation of a Communications Satellites.- Chapter 5: Earth Stations, Antennas, and User Devices.- Chapter 6: Satellite Deployment, Station-Keeping and Related Insurance Coverage.- Chapter 7: Key Business, Trade and Regulatory Issues.- Chapter 8: The Future of Satellite Communications.- Chapter 9: Top Ten Things to Know about Satellite Communications.- Appendix 1: Definitions and Acronyms.- Appendix 2: Bibliography and Further Reading.- About the Author.