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Download Solution PDFThe frequency range for satellite communication is
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDF- Different kinds of satellites use different frequencies.
- The useable radio spectrum ranges from 1 GHz to 30 GHz.
The table below explains the different frequency bands along with their applications:
|
Band |
Frequency Range |
Total Bandwidth |
General Application |
|
L |
1 to 2 GHz |
1 GHz |
Mobile satellite service (MSS) |
|
S |
2 to 4 GHz |
2 GHz |
MSS, NASA, deep space research |
|
C |
4 to 8 GHz |
4 GHz |
Fixed Satellite Service (FSS) |
|
X |
8 to 12.5 GHz |
4 .5 GHz |
Terrestrial earth exploration, meteorological satellites |
|
Ku |
12.5 to 18 GHz |
5.5 GHz |
Broadcast satellite service (BSS) |
|
K |
18 to 26.5 GHz |
8.5 GHz |
BSS, FSS |
|
Ka |
26.5 to 40 GHz |
13.5 GHz |
FSS |
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