A procedure for applying covariance analysis to determine the most efficient estimation strategy for satisfying the stringent mission requirements of long arc orbit determination of applications satellites is presented. The procedure is applied to the problem of satisfying mission requirements with respect to altitude determination of GEOS-C. It is shown that requirements are met when twelve dominant geopotential coefficients are estimated along with satellite state. This application of covariance analysis is general and can be applied to future applications satellites. Recommendations for future studies are also given. (Author)


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    Title :

    Estimation Strategies for Orbit Determination of Applications Satellites


    Contributors:
    P. Argentiero (author) / J. J. Lynn (author)

    Publication date :

    1974


    Size :

    27 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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