Clarke orbit

noun — 2 senses

Clarke orbit

noun

Etymology From Arthur C. Clarke, who first proposed placing communications satellites in such an orbit.

1

Astrophysics geostationary orbit

2

Astrophysics stationary orbit (an orbit around any body)

Synonyms
GEO
Related terms
Clarke belt, GSO, heliosynchronous orbit

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