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Passive satellite
In a satellite communications system, a satellite that only reflects signals from one Earth station to another, or from several Earth stations to several others. Note: Although the satellite acts passively by reflecting signals, it may contain active devices for station keeping. 2. An Earth satellite intended to transmit radio communication signals by reflection.
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