Canada desperately needs a national strategic internet constellation.
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Canada doesn’t need satellites, Canada needs fibre. Satellites are a terrible idea.
We do not need a constellation. We do not need more space junk.
We need fibre everywhere.
Eat your fibres, everyone.
Fibre is not going to get us up north.
Similar problems with fibre to all of Australia. It’s just not feasible for small remote communities.
Microwave towers? They don’t bridge enormous distances but can bypass areas that it would be inadvisable to lay cable
Terrestrial solutions for remote areas typically have excessive build out and maintenance costs.
Engineers will do a tradeoff and select the most suitable solution given the criteria. It’s very easy to underestimate costs, particularly over the entire lifetime of the system.
And satellite consolations don’t. How are we launching them into space with our friends the Americans, Russia, China or India?
Maybe when we get 6g and our avian bird flu boosters we can get 6g access through our minds 🤯
/s due to it being utterly insane, but I recognize Poe’s law is alive more than ever now. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poe’s_law
There are solutions for the far arctic that aren’t high density mesh networks polluting low earth orbit.
Yes there are such solutions, but for remote regions without infrastructure and with high build out and operating/maintenance costs for terrestrial technology, I suspect that the most cost effective solution that we can achieve in a timely fashion is probably LEO, like Lightspeed or Starlink. Particularly since Canada has half a century of experience building satellite systems.
Managing LEO debris and congestion is not an insurmountable challenge.
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Neither are satellite orbits.
Buddy, I’m an aero eng. There are lots of ways to get satellites in polar orbits.
Why didn’t you look at the actual Lightspeed site from Telesat? Why would you pick a random paper? The Telesat site explains how they get coverage in polar regions.
There are lots of ways to get satellites in polar orbits.
Of course there are, but the customers are mostly not at the poles, so any times the satellites spend at the poles is wasted.
I suggest you look up the solution that Telesat will use. I’m not involved in that project, but a quick glance shows me that the engineers involved have probably done their homework and have considered the customer base and their needs, including the need to service all regions of the country.
If we must have a satellite it should be a single geostationary one.
Geostationary satellites orbit at a height of 35,000 km. That means there’s a huge lag, making the satellites unsuitable for interactive Internet, and it also means they’re far away, so you need a big directional antenna to send data to them.
Starlink is awful, but you definitely don’t want geostationary satellites for Internet.
Correctamundo. You can’t speed up light. For low latency you need LEO, and since they don’t sit still for you (8km/s roughly) you need a bunch of them in some kind of formation or constellation, so that you generally have something to connect to at any given moment, or at least a chain that can relay to ground stations.
Kessler syndrome has entered the chat
We could be architechting our own Great Filter (assuming we’ve not passed it already, and assuming we can’t solve the Kessler syndrome).
Some light reading for those unfamiliar:
Musk later says would never turn off Starlink in Ukraine
bitch, you already did
Yes, but you weren’t supposed to remember, ok?
Damn these people are needy and fragile. It’s pathetic.
The word you’re looking for is snowflake. Conservatives have always been the snowflakes who are unable to withstand any criticism while demanding the whole world be their safe space.
It’s fucking ridiculous how they managed to paint progressives, especially PoC and transfolk who suffer from actual discrimination and have elevated suicide rates, as being unjustifiably demanding of rights.
Whenever you hear some conservative complaining about their freedoms remember Tucker Carlson whining about how unsexy the green M&M is… or just think of Jessie Waters’ smug ass face. Conservatives are emotionally stunted and weak.
this needs to be repeated more often
they’re looking for any shred of an excuse, however flimsy or pathetic, to discredit and smear ukraine and their allies.
why? they’re paying for it.
i don’t thank verizon or the cable company for their services. quite literally the opposite, actually.
It’s kissing the ring at this point
Unironically it’s just the actual experience of calling customer service in the US being brought to global politics
They are so pathetic holy shit. I saw the messages between the Polish minister and Musk and that’s so childish of Musk omg. Grow the fuck up
Canada desperately needs a national strategic internet constellation.
Already ongoing through the Lightspeed constellation from Telesat.
“Why isn’t Zelenskyy kissing my ring and thanking me directly for all of Biden’s support?” Krasnov asked, pumpkin-hued skin glistening with the excited sweat of sensing prey in Zelenskyy.
Krasnov leaned back in his ornate chair, the golden embroidery of his suit catching the light as he surveyed the room. The lavish decor of his office, filled with opulent artifacts and portraits of past leaders, seemed to close in around him, amplifying his frustration. He had orchestrated a delicate dance of diplomacy, pouring resources into Ukraine, and yet here he was, feeling unappreciated.
“Perhaps he’s too busy fighting a war,” his advisor, Mikhail, suggested cautiously, his voice barely above a whisper. “Or maybe he believes he can stand on his own two feet now.”
Krasnov’s eyes narrowed. “Stand on his own two feet? He wouldn’t be where he is without our backing. I want him to understand that. I want him to know who holds the strings.”
Mikhail shifted uncomfortably. “But, sir, he is a leader in his own right. He has rallied his people against an overwhelming force. Perhaps he sees you as an ally, not a puppet master.”
“An ally?” Krasnov scoffed, his voice rising. “I am not in the business of making friends. I am in the business of power. And power demands respect.”
He stood abruptly, pacing the room, his mind racing. The thought of Zelenskyy, with his charisma and determination, overshadowing him was intolerable. He needed to remind the Ukrainian president of the delicate balance of their relationship.
“Arrange a meeting,” Krasnov commanded, his tone brooking no argument. “I want him here, in this office, where he can see the strength of my support. I want him to understand that gratitude is not just a courtesy; it is a necessity.”
Mikhail nodded, though a hint of concern flickered in his eyes. “And if he refuses?”
Krasnov paused, a sinister smile creeping across his face. “Then we will remind him of the consequences of forgetting who his true benefactor is.”
Days later, the meeting was set. Zelenskyy arrived, his demeanor calm but guarded. The tension in the room was palpable as Krasnov welcomed him with a grand gesture, his voice dripping with feigned warmth.
“President Zelenskyy, it is an honor to finally meet you in person,” he said, extending his hand, a glint of challenge in his eyes.
Zelenskyy took the hand, his grip firm. “Thank you for your support, Mr. Krasnov. It has been crucial for our fight.”
Krasnov leaned in, his voice low and conspiratorial. “But support is a two-way street, my friend. You didn’t even wear a suit. I hope you understand the importance of acknowledging those who stand beside you.”
Zelenskyy met his gaze, unflinching. “I do, and I appreciate everything you’ve done. But my people come first. I cannot afford to be seen as beholden to anyone.”
Krasnov’s smile faltered, replaced by a steely resolve. “You may think you are strong, but remember, strength can be a double-edged sword. I can help you, but I can also make things… difficult.”
Zelenskyy straightened, the fire of determination igniting in his eyes. “I will not be intimidated, Krasnov. My country’s sovereignty is not for sale, and neither is my integrity.”
The air crackled with tension as the two leaders faced off, each unwilling to back down. In that moment, Krasnov realized that Zelenskyy was not just a pawn in his game; he was a formidable opponent, one who would not easily bend to his will.
As the meeting continued, the dynamics shifted. Krasnov found himself not just negotiating power, but also respect. The realization dawned on him that true strength lay not in domination, but in partnership. Perhaps, in this unexpected rivalry, he could find a way to forge a new alliance—one built on mutual respect rather than fear.
And as they discussed the future of their nations, a new understanding began to take root in Krasnov. One that included the need to see his enemies scattered before him, and to hear the lamentations of their Liberals.
We just need stopping buying everything american and develop our own alternatives , they are nothing without the rest of the world
Fucking snowflake GTFO
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