POPSAT: A candidate satellite system for solid Earth applications and sciences. Preliminary feasibility study. Volume 2: Development program
Abstract
The development program for the POPSAT geodetic satellite to be launched in 1990 is outlined. System elements; model concept; integration and tests; and planning aspects are covered. The development of the PRARE system to validate the on board microwave tracking system, and operation of PRARE on ERS-1 to gain expertise and to test routines are particularly important.
- Publication:
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Final Report Dornier-Werke G.m.b.H
- Pub Date:
- November 1983
- Bibcode:
- 1983dwgf.reptR....A
- Keywords:
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- European Space Programs;
- Geodetic Satellites;
- Product Development;
- Mission Planning;
- Satellite Design;
- Satellite Tracking;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles