Proposed geostationary earth observation system vs existing and proposed LEO earth observation satellite constellations: A comparative overview
- Paper number
IAC-10,B1,2,8,x7699
- Author
Mr. Ron Olivier, Sun Space and Information Systems, South Africa
- Coauthor
Mr. Martin Jacobs, South Africa
- Year
2010
- Abstract
Low Earth Orbit earth observation satellite constellations have proven their worth in many fields requiring space image data. This paper endeavours to compare the features, cost, benefits and non-benefits of LEO satellite constellations, both existing and proposed, with a proposed geostationary earth observation satellite system in an overview formation. Deeper analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the two types of systems can only be realistically completed when both are operational but should give an indication of which aspects require greater attention with specific reference to known requirements in the developing world.
- Abstract document
- Manuscript document
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