Ship detection with the AISat satellite

Ship detection with the AISat satellite
The AISat satellite will receive Automatic Identification System (AIS) signals transmitted by ships while it orbits at an altitude of 660 kilometres. Its helical antenna will be pointed towards Earth and will locate ships, especially in high traffic areas like the German Bight.

Ship detection with the AISat satellite

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Ship detection with the AISat satellite
The AISat satellite will receive Automatic Identification System (AIS) signals transmitted by ships while it orbits at an altitude of 660 kilometres. Its helical antenna will be pointed towards Earth and will locate ships, especially in high traffic areas like the German Bight.
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