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Different satellite orbits as GTO, LEO,MEO, GEO
Different satellite orbits as GTO, LEO, MEO, GEO, and Their Advantage
Geostationary Earth orbit
These satellites have almost a distance of 36,000 km to the earth.
E.g. All radio and TV, whether satellite etc, are launched in this orbit.
Advantage
1. It is possible to cover almost all parts of the earth with just 3 geo satellites.
2. Antennas need not be adjusted every now and then but can be fixed permanently.
3. The life-time of a GEO satellite is quite high usually around 15 years.
MEDIUM EARTH ORBIT
Satellite at different orbits operates at different heights. The MEO satellite operates at about 5000 to 12000 km away from the earth's surface.
These orbits have a moderate number of satellites.
1. Compared to the LEO system, MEO requires only a dozen satellites.
2. Simple in design.
3. Requires very few hangovers.
Low Earth orbit
LEO satellites operate at a distance of about 500-1500 km.
1. The antennas can have low transmission power of about 1 watt.
2. The delay of packets is relatively low.
3. Useful for smaller footprints.
Highly Elliptical orbit
This orbit is made for satellites that do not revolve in circular orbits a very few satellites are operating in this orbit.
