Satellite Orbits

1. Front Matter

   Pages i-xi

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2. Around the World in a Hundred Minutes

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 1-13

3. Introductory Astrodynamics

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 15-51

4. Force Model

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 53-116

5. Numerical Integration

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 117-156

6. Time and Reference Systems

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 157-192

7. Satellite Tracking and ObservationModels

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 193-232

8. Linearization

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 233-256

9. Orbit Determination and Parameter Estimation

   • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

   Pages 257-291

10. Applications

    • Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

    Pages 293-318

11. Back Matter

    Pages 339-369

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Satellite Orbits -Models, Methods, and Applications has been written as a compre­ hensive textbook that guides the reader through the theory and practice of satellite orbit prediction and determination. Starting from the basic principles of orbital mechanics, it covers elaborate force models as weH as precise methods of satellite tracking and their mathematical treatment. A multitude of numerical algorithms used in present-day satellite trajectory computation is described in detail, with proper focus on numerical integration and parameter estimation. The wide range of levels provided renders the book suitable for an advanced undergraduate or gradu­ ate course on spaceflight mechanics, up to a professional reference in navigation, geodesy and space science. Furthermore, we hope that it is considered useful by the increasing number of satellite engineers and operators trying to obtain a deeper understanding of flight dynamics. The idea for this book emerged when we realized that documentation on the methods, models and tools of orbit determination was either spread over numerous technical and scientific publications, or hidden in software descriptions that are not, in general, accessible to a wider community. Having worked for many years in the field of spaceflight dynamics and satellite operations, we tried to keep in c10se touch with questions and problems that arise during daily work, and to stress the practical aspects of orbit determination. Nevertheless, our interest in the underlying physics motivated us to present topics from first principles, and make the book much more than just a cookbook on spacecraft trajectory computation.

• Geodesy
• Orbit
• Satellites
• astrodynamics
• celestial mechanics
• orbits
• satellite
• space flights
• spaceflight

From the reviews:

"Not many books on the topic of satellite orbits over the past decades have been informative, comprehensive and practical. I am happy to say that this publication does fall into that category. [...] This book should certainly be in the library of students and scientists working in the fields of navigation, geodesy, and spaceflight technology, as well as satellite engineers and operators focusing on spaceflight dynamics." (The Observatory, 2001)

"Satellite Orbits: Models, Methods, and Application would be a valuable addition to the library of any engineer or scientist interested in the practical aspects of orbit prediction and determination. [...] The comprehensive reference list along with the CD supplied codes make this book unique in this area." (Applied Mechanics Reviews, 2002)

• Deutsches Zentrum für Luftund Raumfahrt (DLR) e.V. Oberpfaffenhofen, Weßling, Germany

  Oliver Montenbruck

• Space Systems Engineering (SSE) Faculty of Aerospace Engineering, Delft University of Techology, Delft, The Netherlands

  Eberhard Gill

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