NASA Logo

NTRS

NTRS - NASA Technical Reports Server

Back to Results
Drag coefficients for astronomical observatory satellitesThe first experimental European communications satellite Symphonie is a geostationary satellite. The satellite is designed and built in a joint project by French and German aerospace firms. A description is given of the basic technical concept of the satellite. The apogee motor is discussed along with the satellite stabilization system. The stabilization system provides a three-axis positional stabilization and an orbital stabilization. Attention is given to the spin stabilization phase, the sensors employed, the approache used for orbital correction maneuvers, and the conduction of simulation tests on the ground.
Document ID
19750040076
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Williams, R. R.
(TRW Systems Group, Mission Analysis Section, Redondo Beach Calif.), United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
February 1, 1975
Publication Information
Publication: Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets
Volume: 12
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Accession Number
75A24148
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS8-28300
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

Available Downloads

There are no available downloads for this record.
No Preview Available