Description of P.A.Hansen theory of satellite orbit calculation, as modified by P.Munsen; equations of theory are developed and related to fundamental laws of celestial mechanics; physical and mathematical concepts underlying Hansen's coordinate system and auxiliary ellipse are treated; method for determination of final position and velocity vectors of real satellite and determination of osculating elements; evaluation of theory.


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    Title :

    Computation of satellite orbits by Hansen method as modified by Musen


    Additional title:

    NASA -- Tech Report


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    Publication date :

    1962


    Size :

    122 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


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