[amsat-bb] GSAT-1 Similarities

["Jeff Davis" <n9avg@xxxxxxxx>]

Anyone else notice the similarities between India's recently launched GSAT-1
and P3D?

- 3-axis stabilisation mode using momentum wheels
- a new technology for thermal control of satellites using heat pipes
- optimal orbit raising using perigee firing strategy

Interesting post-launch analysis at:

http://www.spacedaily.com/news/india-01f.html

73 de Jeff

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