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geostationary orbit (GSO)

An orbit 35,784 km above the equator. A satellite placed in such an orbit revolves around the earth once per day, maintaining the same position relative to the surface of the earth. It appears to be stationary, and is useful as a communications relay or as a surveillance post.

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  • ส่วนหนึ่งของคำพูด: noun
  • อุตสาหกรรม/ขอบเขต: Military
  • Category: Missile defense
  • Company: U.S. DOD

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