The Superbird-C spacecraft mission was a significant achievement in telecommunications technology. The spacecraft was launched on a Proton rocket in 2008.
Superbird-C was designed to provide high-speed data transmission services to Japan and other parts of Asia. It was equipped with advanced communication equipment and had a planned lifespan of 15 years.
The spacecraft's primary function was to provide telecommunications services, including TV broadcasting and internet connectivity. Superbird-C was also equipped with a backup power system to ensure continuous operation in case of a primary power failure.
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Launch Details
The Superbird-C launch was a successful one, taking place on July 27, 1997.
The Atlas IIAS rocket, designated AC-133, was the vehicle used for this mission.
Liftoff occurred at 9:15 p.m. EDT from Complex 36B at Cape Canaveral Air Station (CCAS) in Florida.
The Atlas IIAS is the most powerful of the Atlas configurations, thanks to the use of four strap-on solid rocket boosters.
The rocket launched the 3,130-kg (6,902-lb) Superbird-C into a supersynchronous transfer orbit.
Over the next several days, the spacecraft's on-board propulsion system will perform maneuvers to inject it into its final geostationary orbit at 144 degrees East longitude.
Launch operations for the Superbird-C mission were provided by Lockheed Martin Astronautics at CCAS Complex 36 in Florida.
Project Overview
Superbird-C is a communications satellite designed for international broadcasting. It was developed by Hughes Space and Communications Company, a leading satellite manufacturer at the time.
Superbird-C was launched on a Ariane 44L rocket from the Guiana Space Centre in French Guiana. The satellite entered into geostationary transfer orbit and was successfully deployed.
The satellite was built to provide high-power broadcasting services for Japanese television networks. It featured a large antenna to support multiple transponders for various frequencies.
Superbird-C was equipped with a high-gain antenna, which allowed it to transmit signals to a wide range of frequencies. This made it an ideal choice for international broadcasting.
The satellite operated in the geostationary orbit at an altitude of 36,000 kilometers above the equator. Its position allowed it to provide continuous coverage of the Asia-Pacific region.
Superbird-C was designed to have a long lifespan, with a predicted operational life of 15 years.
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