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  • 2024-28390 — NGSO Fixed-Satellite Service (Space-to-Earth) Operations in the 17.3-17.8 GHz Band
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 96590
    Reading Time:about 66 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has finalized a rule allowing non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) fixed-satellite services (FSS) to operate in the 17.3-17.8 GHz band for space-to-Earth communications. This decision, part of their Report and Order, aims to promote efficient spectrum usage by sharing the band primarily with existing geostationary satellites and allowing coexistence with terrestrial services. The FCC has also established technical safeguards, such as specific power limits, to prevent interference with current operators and ensure reliable high-speed internet services, especially in underserved areas. The changes align the U.S. frequency allocations with international standards to facilitate improved satellite telecommunications for American consumers.

    Simple Explanation

    Think of the sky having lanes for flying - just like roads for cars - where satellites travel and talk to Earth. The FCC has decided that a kind of satellite that moves (not stays in one spot) can now use a new lane in the sky to help more people get internet, especially in places where it's hard to get.

  • 2021-00047 — Commission Rules To Enable GSO Fixed-Satellite Service (Space-to-Earth) Operations in the 17.3-17.8 GHz Band, To Modernize Certain Rules Applicable to 17/24 GHz BSS Space Stations, and To Establish Off-Axis Uplink Power Limits for Extended Ka-Band FSS Operations
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    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 7660
    Reading Time:about 108 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a new rule to allow geostationary satellites in the fixed-satellite service (FSS) to use the 17.3-17.8 GHz band in a space-to-Earth direction, which could improve satellite communications in the U.S. The proposal includes technical safeguards to prevent interference with existing services, like broadcasting and fixed services. The FCC is also suggesting updates to relevant rules, defining an extended Ka-band, and easing the licensing process for satellite operations in these frequencies. They invite comments from the public and industry stakeholders to ensure that the changes balance innovation with protecting current users of the spectrum.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC is thinking about letting satellites send signals down to Earth using new radio waves to help make communications better, while making sure they don’t mess up other signals already in use. They want people to tell them what they think about these changes to find a good balance.