NASA NTRS · 19790007861
Nimbus 6 Doppler processing using the Fairbanks calibration platform
Abstract
A weighted least squares processor is examined. Research conducted in support of the NASA satellite aided Search and Rescue program is presented. An estimated NIMBUS 6 ephemeris, accurate to 1.5-2.5 km and 0.5-2.5 m/s relative to a reference orbit, is obtained during the three day signal transmission period. This suggests updating the knowledge of the relay satellite ephemeris by one reference beacon is needed during the Search and Rescue demonstration.
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Koch, D. W., Lefler, J. G.. 1978-10-01. Nimbus 6 Doppler processing using the Fairbanks calibration platform. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19790007861
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