Author(s)

Alasi T. K.^*, Adebisi A. C., Rasheed H. A.

Affiliation(s)

Department of Physics with Electronics, University of Ilesa, Ilesa, Nigeria.

Corresponding Author

Alasi T. K.

ABSTRACT

Satellites are specific or multipurpose man – made systems that operate in the space for various technologically related applications. This paper attempts a review of satellites systems and Nigerian Communication Satellites (NigComSat). Sub themes covered include: how satellites works, frequency bands, benefits of NigComSat 1R and that of satellites in general. The paper concluded by advocating a reformation of educational curriculum to make space technology a priority, supported with appropriate infrastructure; and effective marketing of the satellites communication facility.  This is believed would place the country among the fore-runners in space technology.

KEYWORDS

Satellites system; Frequency bands; NigComSat

CITE THIS PAPER

Alasi T. K., Adebisi A. C., Rasheed H. A. Satellites systems and Nigerian communication satellites (Nigcomsat): an overview. Multidisciplinary Journal of Engineering and Technology. 2024, 1(2): 26-30. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61784/mjet3013.

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