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by kube-system 2142 days ago
These new generations of satellite constellations also are proposed to operate at MUCH lower altitudes and in much greater numbers than something in geosynchronous orbit. We're talking distances closer than the ISS, which is this far away: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:ISS-42_Florida_in_th...

Doesn't seem like it would be that hard of a task at that proximity.

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> Doesn't seem like it would be that hard of a task at that proximity.

What is the task you are talking about?

Aiming a directional antenna, having a geographically limited broadcast area, or aiming a phased array, etc.