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Satellite Projects Handbook
 
 
Satellite Projects Handbook (Paperback)
by Lawrence Harris (Author) "This chapter has two purposes: the first, to provide probably the only published record of the operations work on three specific, major British space projects;..." (more)
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This handbook provides access to the exciting world of satellites without enormous financial outlay. As an introduction to satellite operations it provides the layman with the necessary information to set up a receiving system for producing weather satellite pictures. It describes a wealth of fascinating projects using affordable and readily available equipment. Scientific, weather and research satellites are featured, together with examples of the types of data and pictures they transmit.

All aspects of setting up a home satellite station are covered: the practicalities of working within a budget; the selection of a computer for picture decoding; where to buy kits and ready built systems, all of which is accompanied by the appropriate cautionary advice. A simple software program that can track up to 200 satellites can be obtained form the author.

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This handbook provides access to the world of satellites. It describes different projects using affordable and available equipment. Scientific, weather and research satellites are featured, together with examples of the types of data and pictures they transmit. Recently there has been a surge of interest in the computer decoding of satellite data, and information is given on this important aspect. Information and guidance is given for the non-computer literate raeder, regarding the selection of a computer for picture decoding. The chapter on general satellite monitoring describes some of the equipment and methods necessary to identify some of the signals that may be heard. The types of hardware available is discussed, and cost and assembly details examined.


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This chapter has two purposes: the first, to provide probably the only published record of the operations work on three specific, major British space projects; the second, to enable the reader to understand the background to working with satellites. Read the first page
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