Thaicom-5
Overview :
THAICOM-5 is a three-axis stabilized spacecraft with a payload capacity of 25 C-Band and 14 Ku-Band transponders. Global beam coverage on THAICOM-5 spans over four continents and can service users in Asia, Europe, Australia, and Africa. The high-powered Ku-Band transponders, with both spot and steerable beams, are ideally suited to Digital DTH services for Thailand and other countries in the region.
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Specifications :
Specifications :
Design |
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SpaceBus 3000A, a three-axis stabilized spacecraft |
Power System |
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At least 5,000 Watts at the end |
Launch Weight |
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Approximately 2,766 Kg. |
Mass in Orbit |
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At least 1,600 Kg. at the beginning of spacecraft's life |
Life Expectancy |
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At least 12 years |
Transponder Capacity |
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Standard C-Band = 12 (each 36 MHz) |
Satellite Location |
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78.5 degrees East |
Launch Agency |
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Arianespace of France |
Launch Date |
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May 27, 2006 |