T/G Layout 1

figure 49a. Single pass of a polar-orbiting satellite (on a globe, the satellite would orbit
almost over the poles).

figure 49b. Two consecutive passes of a single polar-orbiting satellite.

figure 49c. Five consecutive passes of a single polar-orbiting satellite show the ability to
provide global coverage.

PO L A R-O R B I T I N G

SAT E L L I T E CO V E R A G E