Introduction to Satellite Communication
by Bruce R. Elbert · Bruce R. Elbert
Bruce Elbert's practitioner overview of commercial satellite networks: orbits and link design, spacecraft buses and payloads, ground control, and earth stations. Readers understand how each element functions, how they interact, and which drive the performance and reliability of a satellite system.
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nasa.gov
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esa.int
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Space Antenna Handbook
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