geosynchronous
adjective
geo·syn·chro·nous
ˌjē-ō-ˈsiŋ-krə-nəs 
-ˈsin-
: being or having an orbit around the earth with a period equal to one sidereal day
specifically
: geostationary
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The satellites were successfully deployed about 35 minutes after liftoff and are bound for a final geosynchronous orbit about 22,236 miles (35,786 kilometers) above Earth.
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Tariq Malik, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2024
This system, which allows Iran to adjust a satellite's orbit, is seen as a significant step toward achieving geosynchronous satellite positioning, where satellites are placed in orbital periods that match the Earth's rotation—a long-standing goal for Tehran in achieving its space ambitions.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The smaller satellites would replace the current system of the six larger, high-orbiting satellites in geosynchronous Earth orbit that are expensive and easy targets.
—Brad Dress, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
Non-terrestrial networks — NTNs, including geosynchronous and low earth orbit satellite constellations, are increasingly being considered as a complement to terrestrial 5G networks to provide connectivity in rural and remote areas.
—Will Townsend, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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Tariq Malik, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2024
This system, which allows Iran to adjust a satellite's orbit, is seen as a significant step toward achieving geosynchronous satellite positioning, where satellites are placed in orbital periods that match the Earth's rotation—a long-standing goal for Tehran in achieving its space ambitions.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The smaller satellites would replace the current system of the six larger, high-orbiting satellites in geosynchronous Earth orbit that are expensive and easy targets.
—Brad Dress, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
Non-terrestrial networks — NTNs, including geosynchronous and low earth orbit satellite constellations, are increasingly being considered as a complement to terrestrial 5G networks to provide connectivity in rural and remote areas.
—Will Townsend, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Geosynchronous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geosynchronous. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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