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Small satellite technology has become an increasingly powerful tool, supporting multiple missions, functions, and capabilities. The versatility of small satellites \u2013 generally those weighing under 500 kilogrammes \u2013 has made them essential to provide seamless and reliable communication services worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The new Handbook on Small Satellites<\/em><\/a> from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) offers insights and guidance on design, launch and operation in this rapidly advancing segment of the space industry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The publication originated with Resolution ITU-R 68<\/a>, a decision taken in 2015 by ITU\u2019s Radiocommunication Assembly, responsible for studies in the ITU Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-R). The satellite services expert group for efficient orbit and spectrum utilization \u2013 Working Party 4A<\/a> in ITU-R Study Group 4<\/a> \u2013 then developed the handbook to explain global regulatory procedures for small satellites, including even smaller nanosatellites and picosatellites. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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ITU Handbook on Small Satellites<\/p>\n

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Radio Regulations<\/p>\n

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ITU\u2019s Handbook on Small Satellites: Advancing the global satellite industry<\/p>\n

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Backgrounders<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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High-Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS)<\/p>\n


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ITU Study Groups<\/p>\n

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ITU-R: Managing the radio-frequency spectrum for the world<\/p>\n

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Satellite issues:
Earth stations in motion (ESIM)<\/p>\n

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Satellite issues:
Non-GSO FSS satellite systems<\/p>\n

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Satellite issues:
Small SATS: Nano and Pico \u2013 short duration missions<\/p>\n

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Regulation of Satellite Systems<\/p>\n

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