Subsynchronous orbit

Nowadays, Subsynchronous orbit has become a topic of great importance in today's society. With the advancement of technology and rapid globalization, Subsynchronous orbit has become an increasingly relevant topic of discussion in different areas. Whether in the social, political, economic or environmental sphere, Subsynchronous orbit represents a turning point that has marked a before and after in the way in which society develops. In this article, we will explore different aspects related to Subsynchronous orbit, from its impact on people's daily lives to its influence on the global landscape.

A subsynchronous orbit is an orbit of a satellite that is nearer the planet than it would be if it were in synchronous orbit, i.e. the orbital period is less than the sidereal day of the planet.[1]

Technical considerations

An Earth satellite that is in (a prograde) subsynchronous orbit will appear to drift eastward as seen from the Earth's surface.[1]

Economic importance in commercial spaceflight

The Geosynchronous-belt subsynchronous orbital regime is regularly used in spaceflight. This orbit is typically used to house working communication satellites that have not yet been deactivated, and may be still be used again in geostationary service if the need arises.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Maral, Gérard; Michel Bousquet; Zhili Sun (2009). Satellite communications systems : systems, techniques and technology. Wiley. OCLC 701718866.
  2. ^ Kumar, Krishna (March 1993). "Geosynchronous satellites at sub-synchronous altitudes". Acta Astronautica. 29 (3): 149–151. Bibcode:1993AcAau..29..149K. doi:10.1016/0094-5765(93)90043-V.


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