LEO
n. C / Un. Stands for Low Earth Orbit. A satellite that circles the Earth at a low height, usually between 160 and 2,000 kilometers. These are often used for fast internet and taking pictures of the ground.
n. Abbreviation for Low Earth Orbit. An orbit around the Earth with an altitude typically between 160 and 2,000 kilometres. Often used to refer to the satellites themselves, which have short orbital periods and are frequently deployed in large constellations for telecommunications.
The company launched several LEO satellites to provide internet access.
Because LEO satellites are closer to the ground than traditional ones, they offer much faster data speeds for users.
The proliferation of LEO constellations has significantly reduced signal latency for global communications, though it has also increased concerns regarding orbital debris and space traffic management.