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Servicing communication satellites in geostationary orbitThe econmic benefits of a LEO space station are quantified by identifying alternative operating scenarios utilizing the space station's transportation facilities and assembly and repair facilities. Particular consideration is given to the analysis of the impact of on-orbit assembly and servicing on a typical communications satellite is analyzed. The results of this study show that on-orbit servicing can increase the internal rate of return by as much as 30 percent.
Document ID
19900038600
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Russell, Paul K.
(Ford Aerospace and Communications Corp. Palo Alto, CA, United States)
Price, Kent M.
(Ford Aerospace Corp. Space Systems Div., Palo Alto, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1990
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 90-0830
Meeting Information
Meeting: AIAA International Communication Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Country: United States
Start Date: March 11, 1990
End Date: March 15, 1990
Accession Number
90A25655
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS3-24253
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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