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The Global Positioning System (GPS) and attitude determination: Applications and activities in the Flight Dynamics DivisionThe application of GPS to spacecraft attitude determination is a new and growing field. Although the theoretical literature is extensive, space flight testing is currently sparse and inadequate. As an operations organization, the Flight Dynamics Division (FDD) has the responsibility to investigate this new technology, and determine how best to implement the innovation to provide adequate support for future missions. This paper presents some of the current efforts within FDD with regard to GPS attitude determination. This effort specifically addresses institutional capabilities to accommodate a new type of sensor, critically evaluating the literature for recent advancements, and in examining some available -albeit crude- flight data.
Document ID
19950021374
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Ketchum, Eleanor
(NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Garrick, Joe
(NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 1995
Publication Information
Publication: Flight Mechanics(Estimation Theory Symposium 1995
Subject Category
Astrodynamics
Accession Number
95N27795
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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