Existing long-term orbital debris models are assessed as a first step in the Air Force's effort to develop an Air Force long-term orbital debris model which can perform the following functions: (1) operate with the necessary accuracy at the relevant altitudes and orbital parameters; (2) benefit from new Air Force and non-Air Force debris measurements; and (3) accommodate current and future Air Force space scenarios. Model assessment results are shown for the NASA engineering model. The status of the NASA EVOLVE model assessment is discussed.


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    Title :

    The assessment of long-term orbital debris models


    Contributors:
    Jonas, F. M. (author) / Yates, K. W. (author)


    Publication date :

    1992-02-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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