Satellite Period Calculator
Calculate orbital period from altitude.
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Calculate orbital period from altitude.
Satellite Period Estimator
Enter your numbers below for an instant estimate.
How It Works
Key concepts behind this calculator
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Satellite Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Altitude | Period | Orbits/day | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 | 92.4 | 15.6 | 7.67 |
| 800 | 100.7 | 14.3 | 7.46 |
| 20200 | 718.4 | 2.0 | 3.87 |
| 35786 | 1435.7 | 1.0 | 3.07 |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Satellite Period Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
Kepler.
It gives a quick estimate of satellite period from the values you enter.
No. It is a planning estimate, so check important figures with a professional or official source.
Yes. Edit any field and the result updates when you calculate.
