James David Thompson
Physician at Starline Dr, Palos Verdes Estates, CA
License number
Colorado 20307
Issued Date
Jul 13, 1976
Renew Date
Jun 1, 2011
Expiration Date
Apr 30, 2013
Type
Physician
Address
Address
3262 Starline Dr, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90275
Professional information
Lunar Communications System
US Patent:
8639181, Jan 28, 2014
Filed:
Jan 2, 2008
Appl. No.:
11/968271
Inventors:
Glenn N. Caplin - Manhattan Beach CA, US
James D. Thompson - Rancho Palos Verdes CA, US
James D. Thompson - Rancho Palos Verdes CA, US
Assignee:
The Boeing Company - Chicago IL
International Classification:
H04B 7/185
US Classification:
455 121
Abstract:
A system for communications between a lunar or planetary surface and the Earth may include a first communications satellite adapted to be positioned in a predetermined orbit relative to a celestial body. A first antenna may be mounted on the first communications satellite. The first antenna may include a predetermined beam shape for communications between the first communications satellite and an asset on the lunar or planetary surface. A second antenna may also be mounted on the first communications satellite. The second antenna may include a selected beam shape for communications between the first communications satellite and the Earth. A communications system may be included for relaying communications between the first and second antennas.