Benefits

 

Iridium’s cross-linked, low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation is supported by an extensive ground infrastructure  that provides terrestrial connections for satellite voice and data calls, as well as network command, control, monitoring and technical support.

 

• Satellite Network Operations Center (SNOC)-provides 24/7 monitoring and control over all network elements, including the satellites, ground sites and

  interconnections.

• Gateway- The Gateway is the landing point for commercial voice and data traffic via the satellites

• Ground Stations- The Ground Stations serve as backup landing point for commercial traffic

• TTAC Stations- The TTAC sites route satellite health and safety information to the SNOC

• Technical Support Center (TSC)- The TSC provides systems integration testing of network systems