Description: ORBCOMM is a fee based bidirectional satellite communication system. The ORBCOMM network incorporate 36 low earth orbit (LEO) satellites, providing near global coverage. ORBCOMM operates on VHF and is ideal for remote station locations where even geostationary satellites may not provide coverage. Though the remote accessibility is a benefit, the high cost of the fee based service may make this technology cost prohibitive to some customers.
Costs USD Lower: $1,000
Costs USD Upper: $2,000
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Advantages: Provides two-way communication in remote areas where even geostationary satellites do not provide coverage.
Disadvantages: Fee based solution with a relatively high cost compared to Geostationary Satellites such as GOES and METEOSAT.
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