An essential part of the planning of a satellite system is the link-budget calculation. In Chapter 11 we presented the equations to be used in this exercise, but anyone entering the satellite communications field will need familiarity with the use of these equations. In this Appendix we have collected together some examples of link budgets and their use in planning satellite systems. It is recommended that the reader work through these in detail and by so doing master the art of satellite design. The detailed methodology and terminology, and the degree of accuracy employed, vary according to the application and require ment. It should be stressed that there is no one correct way to present a link budget.

Inspec keywords: budgeting; satellite communication; telecommunication network planning

Other keywords: satellite communication; satellite system planning; link-budget calculation; satellite design

Subjects: Satellite communication systems