Tutorial H
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Introduction to Satellite Communications |
Fees
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$250 USD each |
Date
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Monday – February 24, 2025 |
Time
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1:00 PM – 4:30 PM PT |
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This course provides attendees an introduction to satellite communications with a focus on the telemetry and command paths. Attendees will follow the flow of satellite telemetry and commands between the space-vehicle and the operator. Each step in the path (spacecraft, space link, antenna site, ground network and control center) is described; areas of complexity discussed; criteria for architectural decisions are highlighted; and technology trends are presented.
The course is designed for approximately 40 students. Students should be familiar with the space domain and have a basic understanding of satellite operations. Upon taking the course, students will have an understanding and appreciation of the ground and space communication links and the complexities involved.
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| Instructor |
Brian Willette, ARKA |
Biography
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Brian Willette is the Director of Operations at ARKA’s Advanced Communications and Mission Applications division and manages the facilities, production, quality, and sustainment of their product portfolio. Brian has 20 years of space domain experience, and over 25 years of working in the software product development industry, including multiple small internet startups, as well as his time working in the research and development labs. Brian holds a patent, has been published, and sits in the Engineering Leadership Council for the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, where he graduated with his bachelor’s degree in computer science in 1995, and an MBA in finance in 2022 |
Description of Intended Audience and Recommended Prerequisites
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Attendees should have a basic understanding of satellite operations and an engineering background. |
What can Attendees Expect to Learn
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