The equations of motion of a momentum biased spacecraft are derived in a general form. The spacecraft is assumed to be orbiting in a near-elliptical orbit. An aerodynamic torque model which accounts for the atmospheric superrotation is assumed. The equilibrum attitude angles are obtained in terms of modified Bessel functions. Analytic expressions for the long-term motion of the momentum biased axis are derived for special cases. The analysis is applicable to the Magsat mission.


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    Title :

    Dynamics of momentum biased spacecraft in a near-polar orbit


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    Publication date :

    1983-05-01



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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English


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