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NGSO communication apparatus for extending operation time and reducing number of satellites using ATC

  • US 8,170,475 B2
  • Filed: 04/21/2009
  • Issued: 05/01/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/18/2008
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A non geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) communication apparatus for extending an operation time and reducing a number of satellites using an ancillary terrestrial component (ATC), the apparatus comprising:

  • a first ATC to communicate with a mobile earth station (MES); and

    a second ATC to communicate with the first ATC to relay data between the MES and a satellite when the first ATC is unable to communication with a satellite that revolves along an orbit.

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