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SPS

The Makeyev Design Bureau in Miass has proposed a constellation of LEO communications satellites based, in part, on its extensive experience in naval systems, including submarine-launched ballistic missiles. The SPS (Personal Satellite Communications System) - Sputnik network would consist of 32-48 spacecraft of 300 kg mass in orbits of 510 km with inclinations of 70 degrees. The system is design for voice, digital, and facsimile communications via direct or electronic mail methods. The primary communications link will be in the 300-400 MHz band with a possible extension to C-band. SPS-Sputnik spacecraft, with design lifetimes of five years, will be launched by Shtil-1N boosters, perhaps beginning in 1995 (References 261, 278-279).

261. Y.G. Milov and Y.V. Zonov, "Perspectives of Satellite Communication Development in Russia", Paper IAF-93-M.1.308, 44th Congress of the International Astronautical Federation, 16-22 October 1993.

278. SPS-Sputnik technical description, Makeyev Russian State Missiles Center, 1995.

279. Y. Gornostayev, op. cit., Vol. II, pp. 107-111.

Sources and Resources

• Adapted from: Europe and Asia in Space 1993-1994, Nicholas Johnson and David Rodvold [Kaman Sciences / Air Force Phillips Laboratory]

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