The Advanced Communications Technology Satellite
An Insider's Account of the Emergence of Interactive Broadband Technology in Space

Key Features: Beautifully illustrated with color graphics of key equipment and people, plus striking line diagrams of how the system was conceived and built Technical concepts are explained in simple terms with no equations or formulas, it is readily understandable by readers in business, college, and engineering Provides useful insights to managers on program advocacy, building effective teams, and carrying a project to completion in spite of setbacks, funding uncertainties, and external pressures Project management sections provide effective managerial techniques for complete space systems, including risk mitigation strategies Shows how to find money for new government technology programs, and the proper role for government in technology development Includes extensive references for further study by communications professionals and project managers of complex space systems.