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This paper discusses the properties of regional navigation constellations whether they are mainly based on geostationary orbits or on inclined geosynchronous orbit.
Basis of the evaluation of a navigation constellation performance are first recalled, then properties of constellation based on GEO satellite together with a 3 planes loop of IGSO is analyzed and finally comparison with constellation relying mainly on IGSO is made.
In addition somes considerations about the natural evolution of IGSO orbits are presented.
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Renault, H. (1998). Constellation Studies for Future Navigation System. In: van der Ha, J.C. (eds) Mission Design & Implementation of Satellite Constellations. Space Technology Proceedings, vol 1. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-5088-0_15
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