Launch-to-mission completion targeting techniques and computer program descriptions are presented which have been employed in support of Ranger/Mariner Lunar and Interplanetary Program; requirements for effective and highly automated targeting and firing table generation program are discussed in relation to high density launch schedule and precise trajectory information required; ascent guidance philosophy, guidance constants mechanization, and preflight/post-flight trajectory efforts are described.


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    Title :

    Launch-to-mission completion targeting for Ranger and Mariner missions


    Additional title:

    Progress Astronautics Aeronautics -- Celestial Mechanics Astrodynamics


    Contributors:
    Reid, J.G. (author) / Lee, W.R. (author)


    Publication date :

    1964


    Size :

    12 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :