F funston New member Jan 26, 2009 #1 ...without adjustment? This is a question I need help with in astronomy in the chapter about gravity, orbits, kepler's laws, etc.
...without adjustment? This is a question I need help with in astronomy in the chapter about gravity, orbits, kepler's laws, etc.
S spicerjoe New member Jan 26, 2009 #2 the speed of geosynchronous satellites keep them above the same spot on the earth at all times, they are the type of satellite that is used for stationary dishes.
the speed of geosynchronous satellites keep them above the same spot on the earth at all times, they are the type of satellite that is used for stationary dishes.
B BillM Member Jan 26, 2009 #3 Because the satellites are in geosynchronous orbit. They circle the earth in the same time that the earth rotates on its axis.
Because the satellites are in geosynchronous orbit. They circle the earth in the same time that the earth rotates on its axis.