The Story Behind ASTRA 1B Satellite
We look into the history of Astra 1B launched in 1991. And we discover how the idea of co-location was pivotal in satellite history in expanding the industry's horizons and technical ability.
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Ever wondered how TV changed from SD to HD? And curious in how the number of channels has vastly increased over the years?
On episode 1 of Satellite Stories, we look into the history of one of SES's geostationary satellites - Astra 1B launched back in 1991. And we discover how the idea of co-location was pivotal in satellite history in expanding the industry's horizons and technical ability. Host Kristina Smith-Meyer meets Ray Sperber - one of the SES engineers behind co-location's initial concept.
Click on the below links to tune in and enjoy:
Episode 1 | April 1, 2019
