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Because they're moving 'sideways' at more than 6,000 miles per hour, out where
the acceleration of gravity is only about 3% of what it is on Earth's surface.
The satellite is falling allright, but the Earth's curved surface is falling away exactly
as fast as the satellite itself is falling toward it, so the satellite's altitiude above the
surface never changes.
What else can I help you with?
A satellite communication system why is the geostationary orbit preferred?
Geostationary orbit is preferred for satellite communication systems because the satellite appears to be fixed in the sky, allowing for continuous communication with stationary ground stations. This eliminates the need for tracking equipment on the ground. Additionally, the geostationary orbit provides a large coverage area, making it ideal for broadcasting and communication services.
Which satellite used for telecommunication?
Geostationary satellite
What does a satellite do when its in geostationary orbit?
it's hot. ;)
Why doesnt a geostationary satellite trace a path over the surface of the earth?
A geostationary satellite does not trace a path over the surface of the earth because that is what geostationary means - the satellite is stationary over a point on the Earth.
First Indian satellite in geostationary satellite was?
Aryabhatta
A geostationary satellite appears standstill to a viewer on the equator of earth?
Yes, that's correct. A geostationary satellite orbits the Earth at the same rate that the Earth rotates, so it appears to be stationary relative to an observer on the ground at the equator. This means it always stays above the same point on the Earth's surface.
Which is the height of a geostationary satellite from the surface is approximately?
The height of a geostationary satellite from the surface is approximately 35,786 kilometers (22,236 miles).
How far above the earth is geostationary orbit?
Geostationary satellites are in an orbit that's 22,282 mi (35,786 km) above the surface of the Earth. For more on Geostationary satellite orbits, visit http://www.idirect.net/Company/Satellite-Basics/How-Satellite-Works.aspx
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.
Why perfect geostationary satellite can not be made?
It should be possible to have the perfectly geostationary satellites. But it is not possible. Perfectly geostationary satellite can not be made. Such satellite is pulled away by other objects like moon, sun and other planets from different directions. This force changes the velocity of the satellites.
Where is a satellite when it stays at the same point above earths surface?
A satellite is considered to be in geostationary orbit when it stays in a fixed position above a specific point on Earth's surface. It orbits at the same rate as the Earth's rotation, which allows it to remain stationary relative to the ground below. Geostationary satellites are commonly used for communication and weather monitoring purposes.
Why are ground stations in continuous contact with satellite in geostationary orbit?
Since the satellite appears fixed in the sky, antennas can also stay in a fixed position to communicate with it, and don't need to be continuously guided.
