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What are Satellite Parts : Top Manufacturers and Vendors

Satellite parts include subsystems and components such as antennas, transponders, solar panels, propulsion units, onboard computers, sensors, communication modules, and power systems. These components work together to support satellite operation, communication, navigation, Earth observation, scientific research, and defense missions.

Figure 1 illustrates the typical parts used in a satellite or spacecraft.

  • Command Antenna
  • Communication Antenna
  • Solar Cells
  • Batteries
  • Radio Transmitter, Radio Receiver
  • Fuel
  • Motor
  • Thrusters
  • Camera Image

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Table 1 below lists manufacturers of satellite parts:

Satellite Parts ManufacturersDescription
BoeingUSA
Astrium SatellitesEurope/France/Germany/Spain/UK
Space SystemsUSA
Thales Alenia SpaceEurope
JSC Information Satellite SystemsRussia
OHBGermany
Astronautic Technology Sdn BhdMalaysia
British AerospaceUK
Astronautic Technology Sdn BhdMalaysia
ISROINDIA
SUPARCOPakistan
Iranian Space AgencyIran

Summary

Satellite parts include communication, power, propulsion, sensing, and control components used in spacecraft. Leading manufacturers and vendors supply satellite hardware for commercial, scientific, and defense space missions.

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