An experimental 20/30 GHz communications satellite conceptual design employing multiple-beam paraboloid reflector antennasAn experimental 20/30 GHz communications satellite conceptual design is described which employs multiple-beam paraboloid reflector antennas coupled to a TDMA transponder. It is shown that the satellite employs solid state GaAs FET power amplifiers and low noise amplifiers while signal processing and switching takes place on-board the spacecraft. The proposed areas to be served by this satellite would be the continental U.S. plus Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as well as southern Canada and Mexico City. Finally, attention is given to the earth stations which are designed to be low cost.
Document ID
19800045438
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Goldman, A. M., Jr. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1980
Subject Category
Communications And Radar
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 80-0586
Meeting Information
Meeting: Communications Satellite Systems Conference