Reliability of components for communication satellites

This article considers the reliability of components such as transistors, diodes, and solar cells in relation to the design of a communication satellite with adequate reliability. Consideration is given to methods for determining the reliability of high-quality components and of techniques for selecting the most stable components for this application. It is concluded that, at least for a simple communication satellite, components can now be obtained that will lead to a satisfactory life.

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