One way Doppler tracking for on-orbit navigation
Abstract
The integration of Doppler frequencies extracted from S-band communication and tracking signals received onboard an orbiting spacecraft provides a means of navigating on-orbit. This paper describes the one way Doppler tracking concept and two mechanizations which are being investigated by the Johnson Space Center to determine a suitable one way Doppler extraction technique for the Space Shuttle Orbiter and other advanced space systems. The designs of two breadboard models are outlined and measurement errors are discussed.
- Publication:
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IEEE Transactions on Communications
- Pub Date:
- 1974
- Bibcode:
- 1974ITCom......718L
- Keywords:
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- Doppler Navigation;
- Microwave Transmission;
- Satellite Tracking;
- Space Navigation;
- Space Shuttle Orbiters;
- Breadboard Models;
- Orbital Elements;
- Spacecraft Communication;
- Tracking Stations;
- Space Communications, Spacecraft Communications, Command and Tracking