Orbit perturbation. Extrapolation of perturbed orbits
Abstract
The mechanics of satellite orbits perturbed by gravitational and other forces is introduced. For each category, the principle perturbing agents are described and the methods used to evaluate them numerically are summarized. Geosynchronous orbits are examined. Numerical integration of satellite equations of motion is outlined.
- Publication:
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Space Math. for the Preparation and the Development of Satellite Exploitations
- Pub Date:
- 1984
- Bibcode:
- 1984smpd.rept..267Z
- Keywords:
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- Orbital Mechanics;
- Satellite Orbits;
- Satellite Perturbation;
- Equations Of Motion;
- Gravitational Effects;
- Harmonic Analysis;
- Numerical Integration;
- Spacecraft Models;
- Astrodynamics