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Method and system of efficient spectrum utilization by communications satellites

  • US 20040147222A1
  • Filed: 01/16/2004
  • Published: 07/29/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/19/2000
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A system of geostationary satellite orbits coordinatable with a geostationary belt of satellite positions having a plurality of geostationary slots, said system comprising:

  • a plurality of satellites forming coordinatable system of geostationary satellite orbits that provide satellite coverage continuously within a specified service area;

    each satellite position being located in one of said plurality of geostationary slots and generating a plurality of beams in a respective group of cells; and

    a tiling pattern for use on the surface of the earth, said tiling pattern having a plurality of cells corresponding to said plurality of beams, each of said cells having a defined frequency for communication and a frequency reuse spacing, wherein at least one beam formed from a first of the plurality of satellites is directed to a group of cells formed from a second of the plurality of satellites.

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