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What is LEO Satellite Service Technology?
LEO satellite service technology utilizes constellations of satellites orbiting relatively close to Earth, typically between 300 and 1,200 miles above Earth’s surface. This proximity significantly reduces latency compared with traditional geostationary satellites, which orbit much farther out. LEO constellations are designed to provide global broadband coverage, enabling high-speed internet access in areas where traditional wireline infrastructure is limited or nonexistent. These systems employ advanced technologies for signal processing and satellite handoff, ensuring continuous connectivity as satellites move across the sky.
The benefits of LEO satellite service over wireline broadband are particularly evident in remote and un/underserved regions. The technology can deliver reliable, high-speed internet to areas where laying fiber optic cables or building cellular towers is economically prohibitive or logistically challenging. Furthermore, LEO satellite service offers increased resilience in disaster-prone areas, where terrestrial infrastructure may be damaged. This also makes it an asset for emergency response and maintaining critical communication links.
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