Iridium (satellite)

The Iridium satellite constellation is a system of 66 active communication satellites and spares around the Earth. The system was originally to have 77 active satellites, and was named for the element iridium, which has atomic number 77. Iridium allows worldwide voice and data communications using handheld devices. The service is interdicted for political reasons in North Korea and Northern Sri Lanka.

Related Topics:
Satellite constellation - Satellite - Earth - Iridium - Atomic number - North Korea - Sri Lanka

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