Electric propulsion, however, drastically reduces this requirement, allowing for a lighter satellite structure ... almost ...

There are three basic types of satellite systems: geosynchronous earth orbit (GEO), medium earth orbit (MEO), and low earth orbit (LEO). GEO satellites hover at approximately 22,300 miles above the ...

As of last year, India has 29 operational satellites in the geostationary orbit (GEO), which provide crucial communication and surveillance services to the country. The amount of space debris in ...

New Delhi, Oct 26 (PTI) India will test its home-grown electric thrusters to steer satellites to its desired ... almost three ...

Typically, a four-tonne communication satellite carries around two tonnes of liquid fuel, which is used to maintain its orbit. However, with the new electric propulsion system (EPS), the fuel ...