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Description
English: Defense Satellite Communications System

Primary function: Worldwide, long-haul communications.
Dimensions: Phase III — rectangular body, 6 ft. x 6 ft. x 7 ft., 38 ft. span with solar arrays deployed.
Weight: Phase III — 2,716 lbs.
Power: Solar arrays generating an average of 1,500 watts.

Orbit: 22,230 miles.
Source http://www.af.mil/news/airman/0106/satellites_gallery02.shtml
http://www.af.mil/news/airman/0106/00_satellites_images/DSCS_xxl.jpg
Author USAF


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