Map Layers: Globalstar Satellites

The Globalstar Satellites map layer plots the Globalstar Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation in GSatTrack, showing satellite location, status, and coverage availability. This helps users plan communication and tracking operations in remote, maritime, and other challenging areas.

Additional Information

How-To: Enable Map Layers: Globalstar Satellites

1. Go to the Map Mode Indicator in the top right-hand corner of the portal and click on “Layers”

2. Click on “Globalstar Satellites”

3. Interact with the new map data

How-To: Disable Map Layers: Globalstar Satellites

1. Go to the Map Mode Indicator in the top right-hand corner of the portal and click on “Layers”

2. Click on “Globalstar Satellites”

3. World Satellite Infrared data will no longer be visible

Key Features

• Real-time Satellite Tracking — Monitor Globalstar satellite orbits, positions, and connectivity status as they update.

• Coverage Visualization — See where Globalstar coverage is available, limited, or absent to plan asset and device deployment.

• Customizable Display — Overlay satellite data with terrain maps, asset locations, or communication paths.

• Historical Data Analysis — Review past orbits and connectivity for trend analysis and performance evaluation.

• Integration — Works alongside other GSatTrack features such as asset tracking, messaging, and geofencing.

Use Cases

• Maritime Communication — Establish reliable links with vessels and offshore platforms at sea.

• Emergency Response — Build communication networks in disaster-affected or inaccessible areas to coordinate relief.

• Remote Monitoring — Collect and transmit data from remote sensors, weather stations, and environmental devices.

• Global Connectivity — Maintain connectivity for operations in remote or underserved regions.