Intelsat 6B (IS-6B, PAS-6B) was a satellite providing television and communication services for Intelsat, which it was commissioned by in 2006.[1]
Satellite description
It was manufactured by Hughes Space and Communications. At beginning of life, it generates 8 kW. This version takes advantage of such advances as dual-junction gallium arsenide solar cells, new battery technology and the first commercial use of a high-efficiency xenon ion propulsion system (XIPS).
Launch
The satellite was launched on 22 December 1998, 01:08 UTC, on an Ariane 42L H10-3 launch vehicle from the Centre Spatial Guyanais at Kourou in French Guiana.[2] PAS-6B provides satellite services in South America, including direct-to-home (DTH) television services.
Mission
In 2003, PAS 6B lost the secondary XIPS engines additionally to the earlier loss of the primaries, which will lead to a reduced lifetime.[1]
References
- ^ a b "PAS-6B → Intelsat 6B". Gunter's Space Page. 11 December 2017. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
- ^ "Launch Log". Jonathan's Space Report. 14 March 2021. Retrieved 14 April 2021.[permanent dead link]
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