Clarke orbit

English

Orbiting object is stationary over a point on the equator of the rotating object, when in Clarke orbit

Etymology

From Arthur C. Clarke, who first proposed placing communications satellites in such an orbit.

Noun

Clarke orbit (plural Clarke orbits)

1. (astrophysics) geostationary orbit
2. (astrophysics) stationary orbit (an orbit around any body)

Synonyms

• GEO

Related terms

• Clarke belt

See also

• GSO (geosynchronous orbit)
• heliosynchronous orbit