Attitude Stabilization of Satellites in Orbit.

Abstract

;Contents: Rotational dynamics; Spacecraft attitude sensors with emphasis on the orbiting astronomical observatory; Passive and semi-active attitude stabilizations - dual spin satellites; Passive and semi-active attitude stabilizations - flexible spacecraft; Active stabilization; Esro td satellite pneumatic system; Sirio attitude measurement and control system; Apollo spacecraft.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0731671

Entities

Organizations

  • AGARD

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Astronomical Observatories
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Control Systems
  • Dynamics
  • Measurement
  • Observatories
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Spacecraft Components
  • Vehicles

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics.
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Orbital Debris
  • Space - Spacecraft Maneuvers