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Satellites need to be self contained for their energy supply. There are a limited number of options. These are

* Battery power * Fuel Cells * Solar Power * Nuclear Power

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Space satellites rely on this type of energy?

Space satellites rely on solar energy for power. Solar panels on the satellite convert sunlight into electricity to power the various systems onboard. The use of solar energy allows satellites to operate efficiently in space where other energy sources may not be available.


Do Orbiting satellites use geothermal energy panels?

No, orbiting satellites do not use geothermal energy panels. They typically use solar panels to harness solar energy for power generation. Geothermal energy is derived from the heat of the Earth's core and is not used in space-based applications like satellites.


What is the main energy source of the satellites?

Natural satellites (moons) dissipate energy that either originates in the body's hot core, or else has been previously absorbed from solar (sun) radiation. Artificial earth satellites typically operate on-board electronics with electric power from solar panels excited by the sun. They also use propellant carried at launch for station-keeping thrusters, and may also carry nuclear reactors when the load will exceed the available solar energy flux.


What are the 5 types of artificial satellites?

The five major types of artificial satellites are: research, communications, weather, navigational, and applications. Please see the related links.


What do you call satellites that orbit various planets?

Those are called planetary satellites or natural satellites. Each planet has its own set of natural satellites that orbit around it.

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How do satellites produce energy?

satellites produce energy by the sun


Space satellites rely on this type of energy?

Space satellites rely on solar energy for power. Solar panels on the satellite convert sunlight into electricity to power the various systems onboard. The use of solar energy allows satellites to operate efficiently in space where other energy sources may not be available.


Do Orbiting satellites use geothermal energy panels?

No, orbiting satellites do not use geothermal energy panels. They typically use solar panels to harness solar energy for power generation. Geothermal energy is derived from the heat of the Earth's core and is not used in space-based applications like satellites.


Where does solar satellites and devices get electrical energy from?

The Sun


What is the issue of using nuclear energy in spacecrafts and satellites?

Nuclear energy provides energy, not a push of motion.


Why satellites launched in east side?

Satellites are launched in east direction to use earths rotational velocity and to reduce launch energy.


Why is solar flare important?

they send magnetic energy which can effect the radio waves, television satellites, cellphone satellites, and different things like that on earth.


What type of energy do objects in space emit?

Stars, satellites, and something else


From where does the energy of artificial satellite come from?

Most satellites are powered by solar power; from the Sun.


Is solar energy harness to run calculators using solar satellites?

Yes, many calculators use solar energy, but not from satellites. There is a tiny solar panel on the calculator. Cover it up with your finger and you'll see the calculator stop working.


Are satellites a Transverse or longitudinal wave?

Satellites communicate using electromagnetic waves, which are a type of transverse wave. In a transverse wave, the oscillations of the wave occur perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer. This is in contrast to longitudinal waves, where the oscillations are parallel to the direction of energy transfer. Therefore, satellites utilize transverse waves for communication.


How does man made satellites maintain their orbit?

The satellites are usually placed so in an orbit high enough so that they don't lose much movement energy due to atmospheric friction.