Different-types-of-satellites-orbits.md

+## **Different types of satellite orbits:**
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+There are several types of satellite orbits that have been identified, each with their own characteristics and purposes. Here are a few examples:
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+· **Low Earth orbit (LEO**): Satellites in LEO orbit the Earth at an altitude of up to about 1,200 miles (2,000 kilometers). These orbits are relatively low, so the satellites move relatively quickly and complete a full orbit around the Earth in just a few hours. Because they are so close to the Earth, LEO satellites can provide high-resolution images and real-time data coverage.
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+· **Geostationary orbit (GEO):** Satellites in geostationary orbit are located about 22,000 miles (36,000 kilometers) above the Earth's equator. These satellites orbit the Earth at the same speed as the Earth's rotation, so they appear to remain stationary in the sky. Geostationary satellites are often used for communication, weather forecasting, and television broadcasting.
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+· **Medium Earth orbit (MEO):** Satellites in MEO orbit the Earth at an altitude of about 8,000 to 12,000 miles (13,000 to 20,000 kilometers). These orbits are intermediate between LEO and GEO, and satellites in MEO typically complete an orbit in about 12 hours. MEO satellites are often used for navigation, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS).
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+· **Polar orbit:** Satellites in polar orbit travel around the Earth from north to south, passing over the Earth's poles. These orbits are often used for remote sensing, as they allow the satellite to view the entire surface of the Earth as it rotates.
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+There are also other types of satellite orbits, such as elliptical orbits and sun-synchronous orbits, which have their own unique characteristics and uses.
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+**Sources:**
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+[https://www.javatpoint.com/types-of-satellite-systems](https://www.javatpoint.com/types-of-satellite-systems)
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+[https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/features/OrbitsCatalog](https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/features/OrbitsCatalog)
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