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Ocean topography experiment (TOPEX/Poseidon): Emergency supportThe DSN (Deep Space Network) mission support requirements for the Ocean Topography Experiment (TOPEX/Poseidon) and the Global Positioning System (GPS) demonstration are summarized. The TOPEX mission consists of a single spacecraft which will be placed in a high earth circular orbit, with an altitude of 1334 km and a 63-deg inclination. The TOPEX mission objectives are outlined and the DSN support requirements are defined through the presentation of tables and narratives describing the spacecraft flight profile; DSN support coverage; frequency assignments; and tracking support responsibility.
Document ID
19920003901
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Stiver, R. A.
(Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Yamarone, C. A.
(Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1991
Publication Information
Publication: Deep Space Network: Mission Support Requirements
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Accession Number
92N13119
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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