Caused by a wide range of issues, Radio Frequency Interference can degrade satellite communications service and it will take an industry effort, such as Intelsat’s I3 to mitigate its affects. There is a long road ahead though…
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) is a complex issue faced by the entire Fixed Satellite Services (FSS) industry. The challenges are vast, because every case is unique and because the source of the problem is often difficult to define. So usually, RFI troubleshooting is a complex and costly process, which requires the engagement of several parties, namely the Service Provider, the Satellite Operator and the Customer.
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