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Elliptical orbit satellite, system, and deployment with controllable coverage characteristics

  • US 5,669,585 A
  • Filed: 11/19/1996
  • Issued: 09/23/1997
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/02/1992
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A satellite in orbit around the earth, defining an elliptical orbit which has orbital parameters to satisfy the equation ##EQU10## where Ω

  • is the right ascension of the ascending node, and ω

    is the argument of perigee, and wherein said satellite in orbit asymmetrically covers one parameter of coverage preferentially over another in a way which is constant relative to the sun, all year round.

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