Recovery of Mean Gravity Anomalies From Satellite-Satellite Range Rate Data Using Least Squares Collocation.
Abstract
Range rate data between two satellites can be used to determine acceleration along the connecting line between two satellites by numerically differentiating an analytic representation of this data. Using a reference potential field this acceleration can be interpreted to be a derivative of the disturbing potential along the line of the satellites. Using geometric techniques, the radial component of the disturbing potential can be estimated. This component can then be incorporated in the determination of mean gravity anomalies at the surface of the earth using least squares collocation and theorectical covariance functions. This paper discusses the theoretical basis of the above procedures and describes two simulation studies performed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA038630
Entities
People
- D. P. Hajela
- Reiner Rummel
- Richard H. Rapp
Organizations
- Ohio State University