A Comparison of Orbit Determination Methods for Geodetic Satellites
Abstract
Questions of problem formulation are considered and a minimum variance estimate is described. Sequential estimation algorithms are discussed, taking into account a rectified sequential estimation algorithm and a state noise compensation algorithm. Attention is given to a comparison of batch and sequential estimation algorithms, a dynamic model compensation algorithm, a dynamic model compensation estimation algorithm, and aspects of applications to the Apollo 10 and 11 missions.
- Publication:
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The Use of Artificial Satellites for Geodesy and Geodynamics
- Pub Date:
- 1974
- Bibcode:
- 1974uasg.proc..523T
- Keywords:
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- Algorithms;
- Dynamic Models;
- Geodetic Satellites;
- Orbital Position Estimation;
- Satellite Tracking;
- Apollo Flights;
- Error Analysis;
- Geodetic Surveys;
- Laser Range Finders;
- Mathematical Models;
- Numerical Stability;
- Range And Range Rate Tracking;
- Satellite Orbits;
- Sequential Analysis;
- Astrodynamics