Maini: Satellite Technology: Principles & Applications 2nd Edition

PART I SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY

1 Introduction to Satellites and Their Applications

• 1.1 Ever-expanding Application Spectrum
• 1.2 What is a Satellite?
• 1.3 History of the Evolution of Satellites
• 1.4 Evolution of Launch Vehicles
• 1.5 Future Trends
• Further Reading
• Glossary

2 Satellite Orbits and Trajectories

• 2.1 Definition of an Orbit and a Trajectory
• 2.2 Orbiting Satellites – Basic Principles
• 2.3 Orbital Parameters
• 2.4 Injection Velocity and Resulting Satellite Trajectories
• 2.5 Types of Satellite Orbits
• Further Reading
• Glossary

3 Satellite Launch and In-Orbit Operations

• 3.1 Acquiring the Desired Orbit
• 3.2 Launch Sequence
• 3.3 Orbital Perturbations
• 3.4 Satellite Stabilization
• 3.5 Orbital Effects on Satellite’s Performance
• 3.6 Eclipses
• 3.7 Look Angles of a Satellite
• 3.8 Earth Coverage and Ground Tracks
• Further Reading
• Glossary

4 Satellite Hardware

• 4.1 Satellite Subsystems
• 4.2 Mechanical Structure
• 4.3 Propulsion Subsystem
• 4.4 Thermal Control Subsystem
• 4.5 Power Supply Subsystem
• 4.6 Attitude and Orbit Control
• 4.6.1 Attitude Control
• 4.6.2 Orbit Control
• 4.7 Tracking, Telemetry and Command Subsystem
• 4.8 Payload
• 4.9 Antenna Subsystem
• 4.10 Space Qualification and Equipment Reliability
• Further Reading
• Glossary

5 Communication Techniques

• 5.1 Types of Information Signals
• 5.2 Amplitude Modulation
• 5.3 Frequency Modulation
• 5.4 Pulse Communication Systems
• 5.5 Sampling Theorem
• 5.6 Shannon–Hartley Theorem
• 5.7 Digital Modulation Techniques
• 5.8 Multiplexing Techniques
• Further Reading
• Glossary

6 Multiple Access Techniques

• 6.1 Introduction to Multiple Access Techniques
• 6.2 Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)
• 6.3 Single Channel per Carrier (SCPC) Systems
• 6.4 Multiple Channels Per Carrier (MCPC) Systems
• 6.5 Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
• 6.6 TDMA Frame Structure
• 6.7 TDMA Burst Structure
• 6.8 Computing Unique Word Detection Probability
• 6.9 TDMA Frame Efficiency
• 6.10 Control and Coordination of Traffic
• 6.11 Frame Acquisition and Synchronization
• 6.12 FDMA vs. TDMA
• 6.13 Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)
• 6.14 Space Division Multiple Access (SDMA)
• Further Reading
• Glossary

7 Satellite Link Design Fundamentals

• 7.1 Transmission Equation
• 7.2 Satellite Link Parameters
• 7.3 Frequency Considerations
• 7.4 Propagation Considerations
• 7.5 Techniques to Counter Propagation Effects
• 7.6 Noise Considerations
• 7.7 Interference-related Problems
• 7.8 Antenna Gain-to-noise Temperature (G/T) Ratio
• 7.9 Link Design
• Further Reading
• Glossary

8 Earth Station

• Earth Station
• Types of Earth Stations
• Earth Station Architecture
• Earth Station Design Considerations
• Earth Station Testing
• Earth Station Hardware
• Satellite Tracking
• Some Representative Earth Stations
• Further Reading
• Glossary

PART II SATELLITE APPLICATIONS
9 Communication Satellites

• 9.1 Introduction to Communication Satellites
• 9.2 Communication-Related Applications of Satellites
• 9.3 Frequency Bands
• 9.4 Payloads
• 9.5 Satellite versus Terrestrial Networks
• 9.6 Satellite Telephony
• 9.7 Satellite Television
• 9.8 Satellite Radio
• 9.9 Satellite Data Communication Services
• 9.10 Important Missions
• 9.11 Future Trends
• Further Reading
• Glossary

10 Remote Sensing Satellites

• 10.1 Remote Sensing – An Overview
• 10.2 Classification of Satellite Remote Sensing Systems
• 10.3 Remote Sensing Satellite Orbits
• 10.4 Remote Sensing Satellite Payloads
• 10.5 Passive Sensors
• 10.6 Active Sensors
• 10.7 Types of Images
• 10.8 Image Classification
• 10.9 Image Interpretation
• 10.10 Applications of Remote Sensing Satellites
• 10.11 Major Remote Sensing Missions
• 10.12 Future Trends
• Further Reading
• Glossary

11 Weather Satellites

• 11.1 Weather Forecasting – An Overview
• 11.2 Weather Forecasting Satellite Fundamentals 
• 11.3 Images from Weather Forecasting Satellites
• 11.4 Weather Forecasting Satellite Orbits
• 11.5 Weather Forecasting Satellite Payloads
• 11.6 Image Processing and Analysis
• 11.7 Weather Forecasting Satellite Applications
• 11.8 Major Weather Forecasting Satellite Missions
• 11.9 Future of Weather Forecasting Satellite Systems
• Further Reading 
• Glossary

12 Navigation Satellites

• 12.1 Development of Satellite Navigation Systems
• 12.2 Global Positioning System (GPS)
• 12.3 Working Principle of the GPS
• 12.4 GPS Positioning Services and Positioning Modes
• 12.5 GPS Error Sources
• 12.6 GLONASS Satellite System
• 12.7 GPS-GLONASS Integration
• 12.8 Applications of Satellite Navigation Systems
• 12.9 Future of Satellite Navigation Systems
• Further Reading
• Glossary

13 Scientific Satellites

• 13.1 Satellite-Based versus Ground-Based Scientific Techniques
• 13.2 Payloads on Board Scientific Satellites
• 13.3 Applications of Scientific Satellites – Study of Earth
• 13.4 Observation of the Earth’s Environment
• 13.5 Astronomical Observations
• 13.6 Missions for Studying Planets of the Solar System
• 13.7 Missions Beyond the Solar System
• 13.8 Other Fields of Investigation
• 13.9 Future Trends
• Further Reading
• Glossary

14 Military Satellites

• 14.1 Military Satellites – An Overview 
• 14.2 Satellite Military Communication
• 14.3 Development of Military Communication Satellite Systems
• 14.4 Frequency Spectrum Utilized by Military Communication Satellite Systems
• 14.5 Dual-use Military Satellite Communication Satellite Systems
• 14.6 Reconnaissance Satellites
• 14.7 SIGINT Satellites
• 14.8 Early Warning Satellites
• 14.9 Nuclear Explosion Satellites
• 14.10 Military Weather Forecasting Satellites
• 14.11 Military Navigation Satellites
• 14.12 Space Weapons
• 14.13 Strategic Defence Initiative
• 14.14 Directed Energy Laser Weapons
• 14.15 Advanced Concepts
• Further Reading
• Glossary

Subject Index

A comprehensive, single-source reference on satellite technology and its applications, Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications, Second Edition includes the latest developments on the topic. Covering the features and facilities of satellites and satellite launch vehicles, with an emphasis on the fundamental principles and concepts, the authors provide readers with a complete understanding of the technology. This book explains the past, present and future satellite missions, as well as non-communication related applications. Coverage ranges from remote sensing and navigational uses to meteorological and military areas.

This second edition contains an additional chapter on earth station design and gives extensive focus to space based weapon systems, satellite interference and future trends in satellite technology. Extra information has also been provided on all of the first edition’s topics to enhance the existing coverage.

Key Features

• Fully updated new edition with latest technological developments.
• Covers the full range of important applications such remote sensing, weather forecasting, navigational, scientific and military applications.
• Amply illustrated with figures and photographs, this book also contains problems with solutions, which is of benefit students at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• An indispensible book for professionals and students in the field of satellite technology.
• Companion website provides a complete and updated compendium on satellites and satellite launch vehicles.

About the Author

• Anil K. Maini is Director at the Laser Science and Technology Centre (LASTEC), an R&D establishment under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), India. He has more than 30 years of research experience in a wide range of defence electronics, optoelectronics and laser systems. His areas of expertise include optoelectronic sensor systems, laser systems, power electronics, digital electronics and related technologies. At LASTEC, he is spearheading the development of laser systems and optoelectronics simulators and sensors. He has written eleven books, around 150 publications and has two patents to his credit. He is life fellow of The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE) and a life member of The Indian Laser Association.
• Varsha Agrawal is a scientist at the Laser Science and Technology Centre (LASTEC), an R&D establishment under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), India. She has been with DRDO for the last ten years and has been working on the design and development of a variety of electronics subsystems for various defence-related applications. She has three written books: Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications, Satellite Communications and Electronics Devices and Circuits.

Book Details

• Hardcover: 694 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (December 21, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470660244
• ISBN-13: 978-0470660249
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 1.6 inches
• List Price: $130.00 

 

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