Geostationary Satellite vs. Low Earth Orbit Satellite Communication Systems
What is a Geostationary Satellite? A Geostationary Satellite, also known as a Geosynchronous Equatorial Orbit (GEO) satellite, is a type of artificial satellite that orbits the Earth at an altitude of approximately 35,786 kilometers (22,236 miles) above the equator. This specific altitude allows the satellite to match the Earth’s rotation period, resulting in the satellite … Read more