1. Introduction to Satellite Communication :
2. Orbits :
Foundation of the theory, Kepler's Laws, Satellite orbit in space, Relation among orbit parameters, Geo stationary orbits, Definitions of terms for earth orbiting
satellites, Orbital perturbations, Inclined orbits, Geometry of geostationary orbits.
3. Launch Vehicles and Propulsion :
Launch missiles, Rocket equation, Powered flight, Injunction into final orbit, Orbital maneuvers.
4. Space Craft :
Subsystems, Structural subsystems, Altitude control, Primary power, Thermal subsystems, Propulsion subsystem, Telemetry, Tracking and command.
5. RF Link :
General considerations, Noise, Basic RF link, Special types of limits on link performance, Satellite links (ups & down), Noise temperature.
6. Modulation & Multiplexing :
Source Signals, Analog, Digital and Television transmission.
7. Multiple Access Systems :
System Engineering Consilation, Definitions, FDMA, TDMA systems, Beam switching and Satellite switched TDM, Code division multiple access, Comparison of multiple access techniques.
8. Transponders :
Functions of transponders, Implementation.
9. Earth Station :
Transmitters, Receivers, Antennas, Tracking system.
10. Interference :
Calculation of C/I for a single interfering satellite and multiple interfering
satellites.
* Books :
1. Satellite Communication by Wilbur L.Pritchard & Joseph A.Sciulli-PHI.
2. Satellite Communication by Dennis Roddy (McGraw Hill)
3. Satellite Communication by James Martin
