Describe the NASA Space Network; more commonly known as TDRS.

Briefly discuss each of the following topics:

What orbit do most communications satellites use and why?

Describe the NASA Space Network; more commonly known as TDRS.

What is the function of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) in terms of communications satellites?

What is a satellite uplink and its purpose?

What is a satellite downlink and its purpose?

What is unusual about the Iridium constellation in terms of communications satellites?

Describe the mission of both the POES and GOES satellites.

Describe the capabilities of commercial imaging satellites.

List five missions for military satellites.

Describe the 1st US reconnaissance satellite.

What is the mission of the SBIRS satellite system?

Describe the problem that the first Advanced EHF satellite had in getting to its mission orbit. How were the operators able to solve the problem?