<i>Defense Satellite Communications System</i><br><p>Primary function: Worldwide, long-haul communications.<br>
Dimensions: Phase III — rectangular body, 6 ft. x 6 ft. x 7 ft., 38 ft. span with solar arrays deployed.<br>
Weight: Phase III — 2,716 lbs.<br>
Power: Solar arrays generating an average of 1,500 watts.<br></p>
Orbit: 22,230 miles.
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