Satellite control: A comprehensive approach
Abstract
The prelaunch and post launch controls undertaken by the Telemetry Tracking and Telecommand (TTC) systems operated under the executive control of the Earth Segment using the European Test and Operations Language (ETOL) are discussed. The condition and status of the European Space Agency communication satellites that are in orbit are also monitored through ETOL. To employ common equipment and methodology throughout the complete life cycle of the satellite, prelaunch activities must be a simulation of expected post launch conditions. Such a comprehensive approach gives opportunities for reusing equipment and methodologies; it was applied to small satellites with industrial partners under direct ESA control using the CSMF (Communication Satellite Monitoring Facility) stand alone workstations and presents a cost effective solution enhancing safety of system operations.
- Publication:
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Small Satellites Systems and Services
- Pub Date:
- January 1993
- Bibcode:
- 1993ssss.rept..361G
- Keywords:
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- Aerospace Systems;
- Communication Satellites;
- Ground Stations;
- Satellite Control;
- Satellite Lifetime;
- Satellite Tracking;
- Small Scientific Satellites;
- Telemetry;
- European Space Agency;
- Life Cycle Costs;
- Postlaunch Reports;
- Prelaunch Problems;
- Prelaunch Tests;
- Safety;
- Synchronous Satellites;
- Workstations;
- Ground Support Systems and Facilities (Space)