Question
Download Solution PDFThe minimum number of satellites required for worldwide communication between any two locations on earth's surface is-
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is option 3) i.e. 3
CONCEPT:
- Global positioning and communication by means of satellites require simultaneous observation by a number of satellites.
- The number of satellites depends on the purpose or the degree of accuracy required in data.
- It is said that one geostationary satellite can cover 1/3rd of the Earth's surface.
EXPLANATION:
- For a worldwide communication between any two locations of the earth, a minimum of 3 satellites must be placed such that each pair of satellites subtend an angle of 120o at the centre of the earth.
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