Review:
Low Earth Orbit Satellites
overall review score: 4.5
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Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites are satellites that orbit relatively close to the Earth's surface, typically at altitudes of 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) or less. They are commonly used for communication, remote sensing, and scientific research.
Key Features
- Close proximity to Earth's surface
- High orbital velocity
- Shorter latency in communication
- Lower cost compared to higher orbit satellites
Pros
- Shorter signal delay due to closer proximity to Earth
- Lower cost of launching and maintaining satellites in LEO
- Ideal for high-speed internet services like satellite broadband
Cons
- Higher atmospheric drag leading to shorter lifespan of satellites
- Limited coverage area requiring a larger number of satellites for global coverage