Fundamentals of astrodynamics and applications
Suitable for those involved in the business of spaceflight, this title offers an astrodynamics reference. It covers such topics as ground illumination calculations, Moon rise and set, and a listing of relevant Internet sites. It includes a discussion of coordinate systems, orbit determination, and differential correction.
Print Book, English, 2001
Space Technology Library, California, US, 2001
XXI, 958 p. ; 25 cm
9781881883128, 9780792369035, 1881883124, 0792369033
912327941
1. Equations of Motion. 2. Kepler's Equation and Kepler's Problem. 3. Coordinate and Time Systems. 4. Observations. 5. Celestial Phenomena. 6. Orbital Maneuvering. 7. Initial Orbit Determination. 8. Special Perturbation Techniques. 9. General Perturbation Techniques. 10. Orbit Determination and Estimation. 11. Mission Analysis. Appendix A: Dictionary of Symbols. Appendix B: Modeling the Atmosphere. Appendix C: Mathematical Fundamentals. Appendix D: Constants and Expansions.
Publicado junto con Microcosm Press y Kluwer