Synchronous orbit satellites and the fast-growing Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites constellations are competing with the high-volume terrestrial communications market. Typically satellite communication systems are the medium of choice in the rural and underserved communities, but the use of High Through Put (HTP) techniques and technologies level the field when compared with cable and terrestrial wireless systems. This lecture explains some of the cutting-edge methods deployed by the satellite industry to maximize data through-put and signal availability. These techniques are applicable to ground base systems as well as airborne and navel applications. Some current and near future satellite systems that optimize coverage and data rates will be discussed.

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