SATELLITE PHONES

Contents

1. 1. Introduction to satellite phone
2. 2. How is it different from terrestrial network based cell phone
3. 3. Features of satellite phone
4. 4. Components of a satellite phone

1. 5. Functioning of a satellite phone
   1. 5.1 Satellite communication systems
   2. 5.2 Working of satellite phone

1. 6. Manufacturers of satellite phone systems
   1. 6.1 Globalstar
   2. 6.2 Inmarsat
   3. 6.3 Iridium
   4. 6.4 Thuraya

1. 7. Advantages and disadvantages of satellite phones
2. 8. Comparison of different satellite phones
3. 9. Satellite phone accessories
4. 10. Satellite phones purchase/rental sites
5. 11. Conclusion
6. 12. References