Specific Attenuation Coefficient in Satellite Communication Formulas

Specific Attenuation Coefficient refers to the loss of signal power due to various atmospheric phenomena that affect the transmission of electromagnetic waves between a satellite and an Earth station. And is denoted by b. Specific Attenuation Coefficient is usually measured using the Decibel per Kilometer per Gram per Cubic Meter for Specific Attenuation Coefficient. Note that the value of Specific Attenuation Coefficient is always positive.

Satellite Communication formulas that make use of Specific Attenuation Coefficient

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FAQ

What is the Specific Attenuation Coefficient?

Specific Attenuation Coefficient refers to the loss of signal power due to various atmospheric phenomena that affect the transmission of electromagnetic waves between a satellite and an Earth station. Specific Attenuation Coefficient is usually measured using the Decibel per Kilometer per Gram per Cubic Meter for Specific Attenuation Coefficient. Note that the value of Specific Attenuation Coefficient is always positive.

Can the Specific Attenuation Coefficient be negative?

No, the Specific Attenuation Coefficient, measured in Specific Attenuation Coefficient cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Specific Attenuation Coefficient?

Specific Attenuation Coefficient is usually measured using the Decibel per Kilometer per Gram per Cubic Meter[(dB/km)/(g/m³)] for Specific Attenuation Coefficient. Decibel per Meter per Kilogram per Cubic Meter[(dB/km)/(g/m³)], Neper per Meter per Gram per Cubic Meter[(dB/km)/(g/m³)] are the few other units in which Specific Attenuation Coefficient can be measured.

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