What Does GTO Stand For?

GTO stands for Geostationary Transfer Orbit

Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO) is an elliptical orbit used to transfer satellites from a low Earth orbit to a geostationary orbit. It has a perigee (closest point to Earth) typically around 200 kilometers and an apogee (farthest point) of approximately 35,786 kilometers. This orbit allows for efficient use of propulsion to place satellites into their final geostationary orbits, where they can remain fixed relative to a point on the Earth's surface. GTO is commonly utilized for communication, weather, and broadcasting satellites.

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