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Satellites appear at different locations in the sky based upon the task that they must perform. Satellites that are in "low" Earth orbit, such as the GPS and some weather sats orbit the earth at only a few hundred miles above the surface. They move in relation to a fixed position on the Earth, though they follow well-defined orbits (hopefully). Satellites in "Geostationary" orbits, such as communication and other weather sats, are approximately 40,000 miles off the surface of the Earth more or less over the equator. Because of the distance and the speed at which they orbit, they appear stationary in the sky to a fixed observer. This is useful for satellites that broadcast continuous streams of data, like Satellite Television. Finally, there are satellites that are even farther out from the earth. These are used for scientific purposes. An example is SoHo, a satellite that studies the Sun, or COBE, the satellite that mapped out the cosmic background radiation. A new space telescope set to launch in 2011 (ish?) will actually orbit the sun, though will remain locked in a gravitational point in tandem with the Earth (called a Lagrange Point).
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Does a satellite in a geostationary orbit move across the sky from east to west?
No. A geostationary satellite appears to be stationary in the sky, which means not moving. This is a big part of the reason why it is referred to as a geo'stationary' satellite.
What companies offer free satellite?
There are a few companies that offer free satellite. In the United Kingdom, a Sky subscription comes with a free satellite. You can also get a subscription-free service from Freesat.
Does Sky viewing cards interchange with other satellite systems?
No they don't. Each one has there own special Sky viewing cards and won't work in others. You couldn't take one from Dish network and put it in a Direct TV and suspect it to work cause it wouldn't.
How high should be the satellite to be a geostationary?
In order to appear motionless in the sky, the satellite must be in an orbit that is -- circular -- over the equator -- 22,400 miles above the surface
What is the use of a sky satellite?
The purpose of a satellite is that it observes the earth and it's movements. It also works the telephone, the Internet, radio's, navigation tools like GPS' and cell phones. if we didn't have satellites we wouldn't know anything about our planet and the solar systems so it's purpose is the observe the earth and discover things about it that can help with technology or even things with creation/religion etc.
What is angle period of satellite?
The angle of the satellite period, depends on where the satellite is positioned. When you figure out where the satellite is you position the angle to be where and what you need.
When was Satellite Sky created?
Satellite Sky was created in 1992.
Which satellite are positioned in the lower bits around the earth?
Moon
Why is it useful that a communications satellite takes one day to orbit the earth?
If an artificial satellite can be positioned so that its orbit is exactly circular, and exactly over the equator, and takes exactly one sidereal day to orbit the earth, then an observer on the earth sees the satellite hang perfectly motionless in the sky. This is a big help when you want to receive radio or TV from the satellite, and you're using a high-gain 'dish' antenna that has to stay pointed at the satellite. If the satellite moved in the sky, then you would need some complicated machinery to keep it always pointed in the right direction. But if the satellite appears motionless in the sky, then your dish never has to move ... just set it once and forget it. If the popular TV satellites moved in the sky, there's no way that all those little dishes on the houses could be equipped to track the satellite and still be economically feasible.
What are the ratings and certificates for Satellite in the Sky - 1956?
Satellite in the Sky - 1956 is rated/received certificates of: Finland:K-12
Where can someone purchase a sky satellite receiver?
One can purchase a Sky satellite receiver online from Sky homepage, located at Sky dot com. Alternatively, one can go to a local Sky agency and order one there.
Does a satellite in a geostationary orbit move across the sky from east to west?
No. A geostationary satellite appears to be stationary in the sky, which means not moving. This is a big part of the reason why it is referred to as a geo'stationary' satellite.
Would it be better to have a sky viewing card rather than a satellite receiver?
Depending on where you live, a Sky Viewing card may be better than a satellite receiver. A Sky Viewing card allows you access to certain channels, as does a satellite receiver.
What is a sky dish and what is it used for?
A sky dish is a satellite dish that is used by companies such as Dish Network or DirecTV to receive their satellite signals. They are usually mounted on your home and pointed in the direction of the company's satellite.
What characteristic applies to the satellite in the sky?
clumsy
Where can one get support for their Sky satellite TV service?
One may get support for Sky satellite TV service by going to the Sky website. There are several support topics on the Sky website. One may also call or email Sky for support.
What are offered by Sky packages in the UK?
In the UK, Sky packages refer to satellite TV services. With Sky packages, one can customize their satellite TV viewing choices by picking the channels they want to purchase.
