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What are the advantages of Geostationary Satellites?


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Geostationary Satellites: -

  1. Geostationary satellites circle the earth in the same direction as the planet and are located at an altitude of roughly 35,800 kilometres (22,300 miles) over the equator (west to east).
  2. One orbit takes place at this altitude in 24 hours, which is how long it takes the earth to complete one rotation of its axis.
  3. A single geostationary satellite can see around 40% of the planet's surface. With the exception of tiny circular zones centered at the north and south geographic poles, three of these satellites, each 120 degrees apart, may cover the whole planet.

Advantages: -

  1. The satellite is positioned relative to the earth's antennae, so it doesn't need to be turned around.
  2. Due to their high altitude, these satellites are ideal for meteorological purposes.
  3. The satellite is ideal for communications since it is always above the surface of the earth.

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