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geosynchronous orbit


  • n  a circular orbit around the Earth having a period of 24 hours
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  • India launches GPS-like IRNSS satellite, aims to complete system by 2016
    India will soon have a positioning system of its own. Much like our own GPS, the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) is scheduled to provide location information to civilians and government users alike, with a position accuracy of 20 meters or better. Seven satellites will make up IRNSS, including three in geostationary orbit and four in inclined geosynchronous orbit, which will ...
    July 2, 2013 - Engadget

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