Transcription: In 1985, the second satellite deployed for Mexico, Morelos, was launched by the Space Shuttle. The satellite provides television, telephone and wire services to the most remote regions of Mexico. This sophisticated access allows the country to televise educational, cultural and athletic programs as well as transmit business communications nationwide. Morelos was built by the Hughes Space and Communications Group and is considered the standard design used by many foreign nations and private companies. The satellite is 21 feet high and 7 feet in diameter. Although two solar panels supply power t ...
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