Abstract
The general perturbations method for orbit lifetime analysis developed by the authors is improved by using spacecraft orbit decay tracking data to inform orbit lifetime predictions. This data is used to derive input parameters such as mass, and drag coefficient in order to make the method independent from error in these inputs, which can be a major source of error in orbit lifetime predictions. These derived inputs are then used to generate more accurate predictions while still maintaining the speed of the original method. The accuracy of the new method is validated against the authors' original method and historical data.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | AAS/AIAA Spaceflight Mechanics Meeting 2016 |
Editors | Martin T. Ozimek, Renato Zanetti, Angela L. Bowes, Ryan P. Russell, Martin T. Ozimek |
Pages | 2529-2542 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Volume | 158 |
Publication status | Published - 17 Feb 2016 |
Event | 26th AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, 2016 - Napa, United States Duration: 14 Feb 2016 → 18 Feb 2016 |
Conference
Conference | 26th AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, 2016 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Napa |
Period | 14/02/16 → 18/02/16 |
Keywords
- general perturbations
- orbit lifetime analysis
- special perturbations
- low Earth orbit
- atmospheric drag
- astronautics