The satellite that is used as a relay to extend communication distance is called as _____ - Avionics MCQ

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The satellite that is used as a relay to extend communication distance is called as _____

A)

Relay satellites

B)

Repeater satellites

C)

Communication satellites

D)

Geosynchronous satellites

Correct Answer : Communication satellites

Explanation : Communication satellites are not originators of information to be transmitted. If a transmitting station cannot communicate directly with one or more receiving stations because of line-of-sight restrictions, a satellite can be used. The transmitting station sends the information to the satellite, which in turn re-transmits it to the receiving stations.

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Which frequency band is used for connecting the satellite system with the public switched telephone network?

A)

Ka band

B)

L band

C)

C band

D)

Ku band

Correct Answer : Option (A) : Ka band

Explanation : The satellites communicate with ground stations called gateways that connect the system to the public switched telephone network. The satellites also communicate among themselves. Both gateway and intersatellite communication takes place over Ka band frequencies.

What provides the sufficient drive to the final power amplifier?

A)

Up converter

B)

Power driver circuit

C)

Operational amplifier

D)

Intermediate-power amplifier

Correct Answer : Option (D) : Intermediate-power amplifier

Explanation : The power amplifier usually begins with an initial stage called the intermediate-power amplifier (IPA). This provides sufficient drive to the final high-power amplifier (HPA).

What is the number of satellites present in the Iridium system?

A)

72

B)

66

C)

51

D)

32

Correct Answer : Option (B) : 66

Explanation : The satellite systems use low-earth-orbit satellites to perform the relay services to the main telephone system or to make a connection directly between any two cellular telephones using the system. One of the oldest and most widely used is the Iridium system. It uses a constellation of 66 satellites in six polar orbits with 11 satellites per orbit 420 mi above the earth.

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