Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications - Hardcover

Maini, Anil K.; Agrawal, Varsha

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0470660244 ISBN 13: 9780470660249

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 2010

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"This timely update of the 2007 edition incorporates the latest advances in satellite technology, with a new chapter on earth station design and particular focus on space-based weapons systems, satellite interference issues, and future trends in the field." (Booknews, 1 February 2011)

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A comprehensive, single-source reference on satellite technology and its applications, Satellite Technology: Principles and Applications, Second Editionincludes 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.

• 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

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0470660244
• ISBN 13: 9780470660249
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 696