Q 3.8 Is it possible to predict the orbital lifetime of a satellite?
The physical lifetime of space object is predicted by its initial satellite orbital parameters, the object’s mass to cross-sectional area…
Q 3.9 Has an orbiting satellite ever fallen on the Earth? If so, please give examples.
Instances of (uncontrolled and controlled) re-entry of man-made space objects into the Earth’s atmosphere are reported regularly. A vast majority…
Q 3.10 What is the chance of an individual being struck by a falling space debris?
To determine accurately the probability of a person being struck by space debris is at best an educated guess due…
Q 4.1 Give an overview of the global positioning system (GPS).
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a global satellite navigation system, developed by the US government for the Department of…
Q 4.2 What is a satellite based differential GPS system?
In a differential GPS system the accuracy of a nominal fix is improved in applying corrections, derived independently at a…
Q 4.3 Give an overview of GAGAN satellite based navigation system.
GAGAN, an acronym of GPS Aided Geo Augmented Navigation system (GAGAN) is a satellite based augmentation system (SBAS) serving India….
Q 4.4 What are examples of satellite navigation system?
Global Positioning System (GPS): US GovernmentGlobal Navigation Satellite system (GLONASS): Russian Federation[Note this is an English language translation of the…
Q 5.1 How do I obtain satellite views of the Earth for personal or professional use?
Various commercial imaging systems capable of delivering high quality images tailored for specific requirements of customers are available. These ventures…
Q 5.2 Can a radar be mounted on a satellite?
Radar payload has been used since 1980s on various space missions for probing the Earth and other planets. The advantage…
What is the delivery time of a book?
Depending on availability, the books are dispatched from our UK warehouse within a day of a confirmed order. The UK…