geostationary

• Diz-se da órbita de um satélite que acompanha a rotação da Terra, permanecendo aparentemente imóvel sobre um ponto fixo do equador. Também se refere ao próprio satélite ou objeto nessa órbita.

Describes an orbit in which a satellite moves at the same rate as the Earth's rotation, remaining fixed over a particular point on the equator.

1. Fixed orbital positionC1formalscientific

   Relating to an orbit around the Earth where the satellite remains fixed over a single point on the equator, matching the planet's rotation.

   Posição orbital fixa

   • Geostationary satellites are used for weather monitoring and communications.
   • A geostationary orbit requires the satellite to be positioned above the equator.
   • The television signal is transmitted via a geostationary satellite.