Astrodynamics Conference · 1990 · 40 citations · 2 references
Natural SciencesAerospace EngineeringGlobal Navigation Satellite SystemsSpacecraft DesignSatellite Constellation ArchitectureSatellite InstrumentationSatellite Orbit DeterminationSatellite OrbitsSatellite SensorsConstellation DesignConstellation ReconfigurationSatellite Constellations
Design of satellite constellations providing partial coverage of certain ground regions is becoming more important as small low-altitude satellites receive increased attention. The purpose of this study is to develop the procedures necessary for deriving the best constellations for partial coverage.
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