Kannur University 2010-2nd Sem B.Tech Vester Engineering (Regular Including Part Time) , PT 2K6 /2K6 EC 705 (B) : SATELLITE COMMUNICATION - Question Paper

VII Semester B.Tech. Engineering Degree (Regular Including Part Time)
Examination, December 2010
PT 2K6 /2K6 EC 705 (B) : SATELLITE COMMUNICATION


Time: three Hours Max. Marks: 100


PART A [Marks 8x5=40]

1. discuss the origin of satellite communication systems.

2. Mention a few of the frequency allocation techniques for satellite services.

3. discuss about launch vehicles.

4. Enlist the communication subsystems with examples.

5. Mention about primary power test methods.

6. discuss about FDMA and its importance.

7. discuss the effect of system noise temperature and G/T ratio on satellite systems.

8. Discribe briefly about differential GPS.

PART B

9. a) Draw the block diagram of satellite communication systems and discuss. [Marks 10]

b) discuss about look angle determination. [Marks 5]

OR

10.Explain with neat block diagram telemetry system and mention its importance. [Marks 15]

11.Explicate about transmitters and receivers used in earth station systems with neat
block diagrams. [Marks 15]

OR

12. a) Mention the features of terrestrial interface. [Marks 10]

b) elaborate the merits and demerits of primary power test methods ? [Marks 5]

13.Explain with neat block diagram FDMA system. [Marks 15]

OR

14. a) discuss about on board processing system with neat block diagram. [Marks 10]

b) Write short notes on spread spectrum reception system. [Marks 5]

15. Design satellite link design for a commercial applications like - telemedicine. [Marks 15]

OR

16. discuss the working of GPS receivers and transmitters. [Marks 15]

Earning:   Approval pending.