Ground Segment

Look Angle Look Angle is the directional angle used to point an antenna, sensor, or observer toward a target from a reference location. It describes the aiming direction needed for alignment. Operations Mission Control Center Mission Control Center is a facility or operating center that monitors, controls, and coordinates the operation of a mission or remote asset set. Operations Offshore Support Vessel Communications Offshore Support Vessel Communications is the set of communications services and practices used on support vessels operating offshore to support Maritime offshore operations. Operations Roll Stabilization Roll Stabilization is the control of roll motion so an antenna, sensor, or platform remains within an acceptable angular range. Operations Satellite Communications Satellite communications is a communications architecture in which user traffic is relayed via satellites between remote endpoints and terrestrial network infrastructure. The system includes the user terminal, the space segment,… Concept/Framework Satellite Communications System A satellite communications system is an integrated set of spacecraft, ground infrastructure, terminals, and links used to transport communications traffic through space-based assets. Concept/Framework Satellite Constellation A satellite constellation is a structured deployment of multiple satellites designed to operate as a combined communication or sensing system. Concept/Framework Satellite Operations Satellite operations is the set of activities used to command, monitor, sustain, and recover satellites during mission life. It includes scheduling, anomaly handling, station keeping, telemetry analysis, and coordination with… Operations Site Diversity Site diversity is the deployment of equivalent or complementary functions across separate sites so service can continue when one location is impaired. Concept/Framework Space Systems Space systems are the collection of spacecraft, ground segments, mission control functions, and supporting infrastructure used to operate a mission in the space environment. The term includes the architecture required… Concept/Framework