MEO (Medium Earth Orbit)

Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) is a satellite altitude range between Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO), typically around 2,000 to 35,786 kilometers above Earth's surface. Satellites in MEO are used for navigation, communication, and navigation systems like GPS because they provide a good balance between coverage area and signal latency. They orbit Earth faster than GEO satellites, completing an orbit in a few hours, which helps ensure reliable coverage and accurate positioning. MEO is ideal for systems requiring consistent, widespread coverage without the long delay associated with higher orbits.