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What is an Elliptical Orbit?

SATCOM Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Dec 2, 2018

When an object moves around another object in an oval shaped path, it is known to be revolving in an elliptical orbit. All planets move in elliptical orbits around the sun. The Moon also moves around ...read more

Understanding Space Qualification of Electronic Components

Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Aug 25, 2020

Electronic components face a host of challenges while in space, from extreme temperature variation to space radiations. These harsh conditions mean that any Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) component c...read more

Challenges Faced by Electronic Components in Space

Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Aug 25, 2020

In the past couple of decades, we have witnessed ever-increasing activity in outer space. Various countries have vastly increased their space capabilities with better satellites that offer numerous be...read more

What is Outgassing?

Space

Editorial Team

Sep 22, 2020

Outgassing refers to the release of gas which is dissolved or trapped inside materials when the surrounding temperature or pressure changes. Changes in surroundings result in sublimation or evaporatio...read more

What is the Medium Earth Orbit (MEO)?

SATCOM Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Dec 4, 2018

The region of space in between the low Earth orbit and the geostationary orbit is called the Medium Earth Orbit (MEO). This orbit is at a distance of 2000 to 35786 kms from the earth's surface. This o...read more

What is a Geostationary Orbit?

SATCOM Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Oct 7, 2018

A Geostationary Orbit (GEO) is a circular orbit, located directly above the earth's equator at an altitude of roughly 35,786 kilometers, with zero eccentricity and inclination. There is only one geost...read more

What is the Low Earth Orbit (LEO)?

SATCOM Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Oct 7, 2018

Earth-centered orbits with an altitude of 200 to 2000 kms above the surface of Earth are called as Low Earth orbits (LEO). Objects in these orbitals have an orbital period (i.e. the time taken to orbi...read more

What is a Highly Elliptically Orbit?

SATCOM Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Apr 7, 2020

A Highly Elliptical Orbit (HEO) is a highly eccentrical orbit with a low perigee (the point of orbit closest to the Earth) altitude of under 1,000 km and a high apogee (the point farthest from the ear...read more

What is a Geosynchronous Orbit?

SATCOM Satellite Space

Editorial Team

Oct 7, 2018

A Geosynchronous Orbit (GSO) is any orbit which has a period equal to the earth's rotational period. The Earth takes 23 hours, 56 minutes and 4.09 seconds to rotate on its axis and this is t...read more

Space: A Continually Evolving Frontier

SATCOM Satellite Space

Navi Miglani

Marki Microwave

For decades, satellites have been used in a variety of applications including Earth observance, communications, military, GPS, weather forecasting, space telescopes and remote sensing. The rapid progr...read more

The Electromagnetic Effects of TVAC and Space on Passive Waveguide Devices and How Each Can be Simulated

SATCOM Space Waveguides

Leon Knight

Flann Microwave

Designing and manufacturing components to withstand the harsh environment of outer space is an additional challenge compared to ground-based equivalent products. Before the components even reach outer...read more

Unlocking Space: The Vital Role of RF Baluns in Satellite and Commercial Space Applications

Baluns Satellite Space

Doug Jorgesen and Harley Berman

Marki Microwave

In the vast expanse of satellite and commercial space applications, technology serves as the engine propelling us into uncharted territories. As the demand in both public and private sectors continues...read more

What is TVAC Testing?

Space Test & Measurement

Editorial Team

Feb 20, 2022

Thermal Vacuum Chamber (TVAC) Testing is a critical test done to evaluate how equipment and components will operate in space. TVAC testing uses a thermal vacuum chamber to simulate space environmental...read more

What is a Qualified Product List or QPL?

Space

Editorial Team

May 25, 2023

A Qualified Product List (QPL) means a list of products, components, or materials that have been examined, tested, and have met all applicable standards or qualification requirements established by a ...read more

What is SpaceVPX or VITA 78?

Space

Editorial Team

Sep 3, 2023

SpaceVPX, based on the VITA 78 standard, is a high-performance computing platform tailored for space applications. The VITA (VMEbus International Trade Association) standards have a long history of pr...read more

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