orbiting satellite

collocation in English

meaningsoforbitandsatellite

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orbit
noun[C or U]
uk
/ˈɔː.bɪt/us
/ˈɔːr.bɪt/
the curved path through which objects in space move around a planet ...
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satellite
noun[C]
uk
/ˈsæt.əl.aɪt/us
/ˈsæt̬.əl.aɪt/
a device sent up into space to travel around the earth, used for collecting information or communicating by radio, ...
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(Definition oforbitandsatellitefrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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In an astounding cinematic ellipsis the bone instantly morphs into anorbitingsatellite, and three million years of hominid evolution is written off in one frame of film.
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At least one experiment was performed in the zero-gravity conditions of anorbitingsatelliteto minimize pressure differences in the sample.
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The modern equivalent is a small, low probability of intercept radio transceiver, using a directional antenna aimed at anorbitingsatellitecommunications relay.
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With the increased understanding of how to communicate with anorbitingsatellite, the concept of contact points began to become a key focus in the research in space communication.
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Other applications that remain not widely used or still in development include ion thruster for low orbiting satellites and magnetohydrodynamic drive for ships and submarines.
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These analyses can be transmitted by low orbiting satellites to any location on the earth.
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Part of an orbiting satellite's broadcast included its precise orbital data.
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The technology demonstration payload will be positioned above the equator, a prime location for line-of-sight to other orbiting satellites and ground stations.
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Some test firings have been successful in destroying orbiting satellites.
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Four orbiting satellites produce the fog, which has trapped two boys.
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Thus, near space is above where commercial airliners fly but below orbiting satellites.
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