Success Stories in Satellite Systems (Library of Flight Series)

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This unique book presents first-hand histories, case studies, and lessons learned from many of the pioneers who built the satellite industry. They share the experiences, technologies, and business challenges that led to the successful development of an industry that is woven into the very core of our everyday lives. Historically important photographs throughout the book help to illuminate these compelling narratives. In each of these success stories, students, entrepreneurs, and business leaders in a range of disciplines will find valuable material and important lessons that can be applied to their own dreams and plans - in established as well as uncharted territories.

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D. K. Sachdev is President, SpaceTel Consultancy and an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University. He has over 50 years of professional experience in the development of satellites and telecommunications systems. From 1978 to 1996, he led INTELSATs technology development and spacecraft planning and engineering. Following that he managed the establishment of the WorldSpace digital radio system and led the XM Radio system architecture and infrastructure development.In 2003 he received the Arthur Clarke Foundation Award and in 1976 the Vikram Sarabhai Award. He is the author of Business Strategies for Satellite Systems (2004).