The Equations of Motion of a Satellite in a Local Vertical Coordinate System.

Abstract

The equations of motion of a satellite have been derived in a local vertical coordinate system. The method of derivation and the form of the equations provide a simplified means of visualizing and planning the maneuvering within multiple satellite constellations. The equations are also useful in station keeping, rendezvous, and collision avoidance considerations. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 07, 1972
Accession Number
AD0901620

Entities

People

  • Frederick W. Raymond

Organizations

  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Circular Orbits
  • Collision Avoidance
  • Collisions
  • Coordinate Systems
  • Drag
  • Equations
  • Equations Of Motion
  • Launch Vehicles
  • Low Drag
  • Military Research
  • Orbits
  • Relative Motion
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Thrust
  • Trajectories
  • Vehicles

Readers

  • Finite Element Method (FEM) for solving Partial Differential Equations (PDEs)
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.

Technology Areas

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