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There are, of course, a great many things to know about the field of satellite communications. These range from the technical, operational, financial, and business aspects to the regulatory environment. The satellite communications markets and activities are quite dynamic and vary widely around the world and thus require constant monitoring. Also risk management is a key element of maintaining a successful operation in the field. The following top ten things to know about satellite communications are drawn from the preceding chapters and interviews with many people in the field from around the world.
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Pelton, J.N. (2012). Top Ten Things to Know about Satellite Communications. In: Satellite Communications. SpringerBriefs in Space Development. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-1994-5_9
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