Table of Contents

Preface. In the beginning. Satellite orbits and dynamics. Special orbits. Satellite launch mechanics. International launch facilities. International launch vehicles. In-orbit propulsion systems. Rocket thrust/ equation. Satellite stabilization- attitude control. Spacecraft power generation and storage. Spacecraft thermal management. Telemetry, tracking, and command subsystem. Satellite frequency allocation and management. Satellite payloads. Earth stations technology. Satellite networks communication links. Earth station- satellite geometrics. Satellite networks electromagnetic and physical interference. Appendix A: glossary of abbreviations. Appendix B: glossary of terms and expressions. Index