Satellites
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GPS Satellites Name: NAVSTAR Manufacturer: Rockwell International Altitude: 10,900 nautical miles Weight: 1900 lbs (in orbit) Size:17 ft with solar panels extended Orbital Period: 12 hours Orbital Plane: 55 degrees to equitorial plane Planned Lifespan: 7.5 years Current constellation: 24 Block II production satellites Future satellites: 21 Block IIrs developed by Martin Marietta