Satellite Communication Technology Development
Satellites have been orbiting the earth for several decades now,
and are constantly contributing to the evolution of global
communication.
Sa
tellite cell phones have made it possible for people to make
phone calls from anywhere in the world, no matter how remote
their location, and have been extremely useful in coordination
of many activities ranging from scientific exploration to
military operations.
Portable satellite radio is another important technology
that has emerged in recent years, allowing users to subscribe to
and access radio channels from around the world for either
entertainment or informational purposes.
One small problem with satellite communication technology,
however, is the sheer distance involved in communicating with
orbiting satellites, which can cause a slight delay in
transmission time. This, of course, is of no consequence to
satellite radio, but it can be a slight problem for two-way
communication services such as broadband and phone.
The only way to reduce the time delay involved in satellite
transmission is to use lower orbits for satellites, thus
reducing the distance involved in transmission. Lower orbits are
already being used for some purposes, but there are many
challenges that must be overcome in order to make such a
transition.
Advancements in satellite technology have been plentiful in the
past few years, and more are expected in the future. It will be
very interesting to watch the development of this evolving
technology over the coming years and beyond.