Pakistan communication satellite PAKSAT 1R lauched - August 11, 2011

[TaimiKhan]

that's for sure finally the SUPARCO is led by a major general.

SUPARCO is part of SPD and the Major Gen heading it is from the PA Signal Corps.

 

[Alugaar]

Ever heard of sat terminals in the military??
its not just to be used for civilian communication.
When the military uses particular channels of the satellite for communication.
A Uniformed officer uses it to send information, or make a call to a deployed usage.
its called being used for military purposes.. therefore a military use.

But this thing cant make this military satellite ..
Its a communication satellite

Some people talking about it has secret payload for what ?

You can use separate transponders and separate channels for different type of communication but cant add extra payload in a single satellite what a funny logic

 

[Safriz]

it cant be radar or optical survailance / imaging satellite due to the distance..its geo stationary at 36000km.From that altitude high resolution.imging cannot be done....it can used as data link....transceiving encrypted military data....video uplink for non realtime videos...as any realtime communocation needs low or medium earth.orbit satellies...
another interesting aspect can be a navigation for cruise missiles....as cruise missiles can cross referrence their position with the satellite.
my two pence

 

[Safriz]

But this thing cant make this military satellite ..
Its a communication satellite

Some people talking about it has secret payload for what ?

You can use separate transponders and separate channels for different type of communication but cant add extra payload in a single satellite what a funny logic

can be a rudimentary guidencecsystem for cruise missiles....as in an RDF...the position of satellite is known...a slow moving missile can find out the direction and time taken for a signal from satellite//.that way it can calculate its position pretty accurately.

 

[SQ8]

But this thing cant make this military satellite ..
Its a communication satellite

Some people talking about it has secret payload for what ?

You can use separate transponders and separate channels for different type of communication but cant add extra payload in a single satellite what a funny logic

The depth's you guys will go to..

 

[OrionHunter]

Military communication satellites differ from commercial satellites only in that they contain specialized components, certain capabilities, and multiple redundant systems designed to make them less vulnerable and more effective in a hostile environment. This redundancy would not be factored into designing a satellite for civilian use.

Major functions of military satellites include communications, positioning and navigation, meteorology, reconnaissance and surveillance, early warning, remote sensing, geodesy, and research. But yes, a commercial satellite can be used for stand-by military communications as long as there are dedicated transponders for encrypted transmissions.

 

[Rafi]

PAKSAT will provide encrypted secure SATCOM and the broadband will be used to power our C4I information networks for the forces, this is the first major milestone in our space programme.

The head of the Strategic Plans Division (rtd) General Kidwai was very pleased indeed.

 

[SQ8]

Military communication satellites differ from commercial satellites only in that they contain specialized components, certain capabilities, and multiple redundant systems designed to make them less vulnerable and more effective in a hostile environment. This redundancy would not be factored into designing a satellite for civilian use.

Major functions of military satellites include communications, positioning and navigation, meteorology, reconnaissance and surveillance, early warning, remote sensing, geodesy, and research. But yes, a commercial satellite can be used for stand-by military communications as long as there are dedicated transponders for encrypted transmissions.

And so , what "links" or proofs exists to support that argument for PAKSAT-1.. or disprove it?

 

[WAQAS119]

What is DTH? Is this a satellite or something?

Russian company to launch DTH technology in Pakistan

Leader of Russian trade delegation, Sergey Dolgopolsky has said that JSC General Satellite Company is actively working on investment in Pakistan and to establishing Direct- to- Home (DTH) television in the country. Speaking at a meeting of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Saturday, he said that the company is looking for local partners for the project.

He said that the purpose of visiting KCCI is to get some guidelines. He said that the delegation has visited Islamabad and consulted the project with private and public sector. Implementation of the proposed project will help create a number of new job opportunities, he added, Replying to a question, he said that Pakistan is a big market and provides best investment opportunities.

 

[Markus]

What is DTH?

Direct to Home (satellite services).

 

[abaseen99]

Paksat-1R launch from China: a dream comes true
Posted on 12 August 2011 by admin Print This post


2011-08-12 (China Military News cited from APP) -- Chairman Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), Major General (Rtd) Ahmed Bilal has said that the successful launch of Communication Satellite-1R on Thursday mid-night, was a dream comes true and also proved that the Pakistani scientists and Engineers have the ability and knowledge in the cutting age technology including space sciences. "The launch of the communication satellite was a historic event as far as SUPARCO is concerned," said Ahmed Bilal in an interview with APP immediately after Paksat-1R lifted into space by Long March- 3B rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province.
Prominent among those present on the occasion included Director General SPD Lt. General (Retd.) Khalid Ahmed Kidwai, Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir, Pakistan's Ambassador to China Masood Khan, Secretary Defence Lt. General (Retd) Syed Ather Ali and Chairman Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), Major General Ahmed Bilal, besides senior officials from the Chinese government.
Chairman SUPARCO said that it is for the first time that a fully capable communication satellite has been launched in which scientists and engineers of SUPARCO with their Chinese counterparts have worked very closely.
He further said that the engineers and scientist have gained firsthand experience in all stages of its design and development.
Ahmed Bilal pointed out that there are several components in Paksat-1R that were completely manufactured by SUPARCO.
This satellite will be fully under operational control of SUPARCO for its entire life of 15 years, he said adding that this will enable his organization's scientists and engineers to gain rich exposure of its operation and maintenance.
This experience, he said will be extremely helpful for our future endeavour in space science.
"With the launch of communication Satellite, the vision 2040 as approved by Prime Minister Syed Yuosuf Raza Gilani has just been launched", he said adding that the natin will see in future many more such happy events Paksat-1R launch from China: a dream comes true | China Military Power Mashup

 

[abaseen99]

 

[khurasaan1]

It is obvious that technically any civil communication sattelite can be used for military as well if needed.......there shold be no ambiguity about it.....

 

[TEXAS BATTLESTAR]

Great job to Pakistan and China! So when will Pakistan send a man into space? I am looking forward to it someday.

 

[OrionHunter]

What is DTH? Is this a satellite or something?

Don't you guys have DTH (Direct To Home) TV in Pakistan? It's surprising you don't seem to have heard of it! India now has more than 10 million households with DTH. This means receiving direct TV signals from a satellite on your Sat receiver, up-linked from a ground station. No cables are required. DTH provides DVD picture and sound quality.

If you have a High Definition receiver, then you can receive High Definition broadcasts direct from the satellite. However, for this you need a HD ready TV. The reception is absolutely awesome!! Here's how it works....

And here is the system which costs about Rs 2000/- only!

The sat receiver, dish antenna and remote.


Cheers!