Tracking Error Analysis for Satellite Surveillance Systems

Abstract

The problem of determining preliminary orbit parameters of a previously unobserved satellite using several types of postulated space surveillance systems has been investigated. The space surveillance systems used in ths analysis are ground-based (single-and dual-telescope systems), two ground-based radar system each with a different capability, and a satellite- borne tracking sensor. The Non-Real-Time Precision Orbit Determination (NRTPOD) Program was used as the analysis tool. The study is restricted to satellites whose perigee altitude is above 7500 km. An analysis of a typical Molniya orbit is included as a special case. The capabilities of each sensor system are studied for specific orbits.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 29, 1974
Accession Number
AD0779918

Entities

People

  • Chester J. Kurys
  • William J. Steinway

Organizations

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Sensors
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Altitude
  • Apogees
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Circular Orbits
  • Computer Programs
  • Computer Simulations
  • Data Rate
  • Databases
  • Elliptical Orbits
  • Geometry
  • Perigees
  • Radar
  • Satellite Orbits
  • Space Surveillance
  • Standards
  • Three Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Orbital Debris
  • Space - Satellites
  • Space - Space Objects