REFINEMENT OF ALOUETTE 1 ORBIT, FOR THE PERIOD 27 APRIL-6 MAY 1964.
Abstract
The orbit of Alouette 1 was computed by N.A.S.A. from observations made by Minitrack stations. For the ten-day period 27 April-6 May 1964, this orbit is refined using the same observations, by Merson's differential correction method. A comparison between the refined and N.A.S.A. orbits shows good agreement for semi major axis and right ascension of the ascending node. However, significant discrepancies occur for eccentricity and argument of perigee.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0482737
Entities
People
- H. Hiller
Organizations
- Royal Aircraft Establishment