A DEVELOPMENT OF THE LUNAR AND SOLAR DISTURBING FUNCTIONS FOR A CLOSE SATELLITE
Abstract
Mathematical developments of the gravitational effects of the sun and moon on a close satellite were made. The developments were made as a result of attempts to adapt to a form convenient in analyzing close satellite orbits for terrestrial gravitational field variations. The disturbing functions are expressed in osculating Keplerian elements for use in equations of motion. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1962
- Accession Number
- AD0269903
Entities
People
- William M. Kaula
Organizations
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration