Recommended SMS system concept and mode of operation was evolved by Space Systems Div, Republic Aviation Corp; 500-lb configuration can be placed in synchronous, equatorial orbit by Atlas-Agena launch vehicle; meteorological sensors are 1-in. Vidicon camera for overall cloud cover pictures and for limited field-of-view, detailed cloud pictures, miniaturized image orthicon used in conjunction with aiming mirror; 3-axis control system provides stable camera platform and preserves desired earth-orientation for SMS; attitude control, its features and mode of operation.
Attitude control and station keeping system for synchronous meteorological satellite (SMS)
SAE -- Paper
SAE Meeting ; 1964 Weather
1964
17 pages
Conference paper
English
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An Attitude Control and Station Keeping System for the Synchronous Meteorological Satellite (SMS)
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