Space Surveillance Software Support. Volume II. Generalized Data Entry and PlotProgram.
Abstract
The primary purpose of this report is to docment the Hewlett-Packard (HP) 9820A calculator programs used to plot data generated by the HIS-6280 digital computing system. This was done because on-line plotting at the central computer is impossible and large volumes of data connot be digested effeciently by the engineers concerned. Quickly plotted data often allows an engineer to narrow down the number of computer runs by bounding a specific problems since a picture is worth a thousand words. For example, trajectory curves ( an antenna pattern of waveform response to a target) are more than long tables of numerical listings. The objective of the plotting capability outlined in this report is to free the engineer for more analysis work and cut the required number of computer runs by bounding the problems in a timely manner. This will result in more effective use of the engineer at a cost savings to the Air Force. In addition, this report will serve as a supplement to the HP manuals detailing the use of the HP paper tape and punched card readers. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA033711
Entities
People
- John A. Manley
Organizations
- Rome Laboratory