A satellite placed in a circular orbit at a radius of 1.5 earth radii (z ~ 3,185 km) has an orbital period of 155 minutes.  What is the maximum interval the satellite could maintain a communication link with a ground station?  Assume the satellite passes directly overhead the station, but must be at least 15° above the horizon to establish and maintain the communication link.  Report your answer in minutes using three significant digits (e.g. 123).  What is the maximum communication interval in minutes? (Answer: 30.1 Show steps)

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