NASA NTRS · 19830012714
Press Kit: Project RCA (Satcom 1R)
Abstract
To replace the RCA SATCOM 1 satellite which provided Earth communications for seven years, NASA is to launch RCA SATCOM 1R using a Delta 3924 launch vehicle. The satellite is to be placed at 139 degrees W longitude, 35,900 kilometers (23,000) miles above the equator. On the seventh apogee, the kick motor will be fired to produce a near synchronous orbit. Satellite life, with continuous full power, is designed to be 10 years. Features of the satellite and launch operations are described.
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1983-03-31. Press Kit: Project RCA (Satcom 1R). https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19830012714
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