An Introduction to Military Satellite Communications.

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Abstract:

THis memorandum outlines the principles of military satellite communications. It examines the philosophy of system design, and the state of the art in both space and ground segments. Some current UK equipments, including SKYNET 4, are described by way of illustration. THe report is aimed as a broad tutorial introduction to the field, emphasising in particular those areas where Milsatcom differs from its civilian counterparts.

Author(s):
Tozer, T. C.
Author Organization(s):
ROYAL SIGNALS AND RADAR ESTABLISHMENT MALVERN (ENGLAND)
Descriptive Note:
Memorandum rept.,
Pagination:
0037

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
RSRE-MEMO-3976
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.1_Analyze Problem; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*MILITARY SATELLITES, *SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS, PHILOSOPHY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Command, Control and Communications Systems, Unmanned Spacecraft
Report Date:
1987 Apr 01