The uncertainty of the drag coefficient of a sphere is analyzed as well as the importance of lateral surface grazing collisions on cylinders. The feasibility of design of a satellite body whose drag coefficient is obtainable with an uncertainty of less than 1 percent is demonstrated. Such a 'standard drag body' with a drag coefficient of 2.0 is considered.
Satellite drag coefficients and upper atmosphere densities - Present status and future directions
AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Conference ; 1987 ; Kalispell, MT, United States
1988-01-01
Conference paper
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English
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