Intelsat 35e

Intelsat 35e is a high-powered geostationary satellite operated by Intelsat, a leading provider of satellite communications services, including broadband connectivity and video transmission for media conglomerates like CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera. The satellite was built by Boeing Satellite Systems, a renowned manufacturer of commercial satellites, and launched by SpaceX on a Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center, a facility also used by NASA for its Apollo missions and Space Shuttle programs. Intelsat 35e is part of the Intelsat EpicNG series, a next-generation fleet of satellites designed to provide high-throughput satellite communications services to telecommunications companies like AT&T, Verizon Communications, and Deutsche Telekom. The satellite's launch was also supported by Arianespace, a leading launch services provider, and European Space Agency, a major space agency that has collaborated with NASA on several projects, including the International Space Station.

Introduction

Intelsat 35e is a significant addition to the Intelsat EpicNG series, which aims to provide high-throughput satellite communications services to telecommunications companies like Orange S.A., Telefónica, and Vodafone Group. The satellite's high-powered transponders and advanced beamforming capabilities enable it to provide high-speed broadband connectivity and video transmission services to media conglomerates like News Corp, ViacomCBS, and Comcast. Intelsat 35e is also designed to support mobile network operators like T-Mobile US, Sprint Corporation, and China Mobile, as well as government agencies like the National Security Agency, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and European Union Agency for Network and Information Security. The satellite's launch was a major milestone for SpaceX, which has also launched satellites for SES S.A., Eutelsat, and Inmarsat, and has collaborated with NASA on several projects, including the Commercial Crew Program and Artemis program.

Spacecraft Description

The Intelsat 35e spacecraft is based on the Boeing Satellite Systems 702MP platform, which is a high-power geostationary satellite bus designed for commercial satellites. The satellite has a mass of approximately 6,761 kilograms (14,900 pounds) and is equipped with solar panels and batteries to provide power. Intelsat 35e also features advanced propulsion systems, including ion thrusters and chemical thrusters, which enable it to maintain its position in geostationary orbit and perform station-keeping maneuvers. The satellite's payload includes high-powered transponders and advanced beamforming capabilities, which enable it to provide high-speed broadband connectivity and video transmission services to media conglomerates like The Walt Disney Company, WarnerMedia, and Discovery, Inc.. The satellite's design is similar to other Boeing Satellite Systems 702MP satellites, such as Intelsat 29e and Intelsat 33e, which are also part of the Intelsat EpicNG series.

Launch and Orbit

Intelsat 35e was launched on July 5, 2017, from Kennedy Space Center on a Falcon 9 rocket provided by SpaceX. The launch was a major success, and the satellite was placed into a geostationary transfer orbit (GTO) with a perigee of 250 kilometers (155 miles) and an apogee of 35,786 kilometers (22,236 miles). After launch, Intelsat 35e used its propulsion systems to raise its orbit to geostationary orbit, where it is currently operating at an altitude of approximately 35,786 kilometers (22,236 miles) above the equator. The satellite's launch was also supported by Arianespace, which has launched several satellites for Intelsat, including Intelsat 30e and Intelsat 32e, and has collaborated with European Space Agency on several projects, including the Galileo navigation system.

Mission and Operations

The primary mission of Intelsat 35e is to provide high-throughput satellite communications services to telecommunications companies and media conglomerates in the Americas and Caribbean regions. The satellite's high-powered transponders and advanced beamforming capabilities enable it to provide high-speed broadband connectivity and video transmission services to support a wide range of applications, including video broadcasting, broadband internet access, and mobile network services. Intelsat 35e is operated by Intelsat, which has a long history of providing satellite communications services to government agencies, media conglomerates, and telecommunications companies like AT&T, Verizon Communications, and Deutsche Telekom. The satellite's operations are also supported by SES S.A., which has collaborated with Intelsat on several projects, including the O3b Networks satellite constellation.

Technical Specifications

The technical specifications of Intelsat 35e include a high-powered payload with advanced beamforming capabilities, which enable it to provide high-speed broadband connectivity and video transmission services. The satellite's transponders operate in the C-band and Ku-band frequencies, which are commonly used for satellite communications services. Intelsat 35e also features advanced propulsion systems, including ion thrusters and chemical thrusters, which enable it to maintain its position in geostationary orbit and perform station-keeping maneuvers. The satellite's power system includes solar panels and batteries, which provide power to the satellite's payload and propulsion systems. The satellite's design is similar to other Boeing Satellite Systems 702MP satellites, such as Intelsat 29e and Intelsat 33e, which are also part of the Intelsat EpicNG series. Category:Communications satellites