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Satellite orbits. Models, methods and applications. (English) Zbl 0949.70001

Berlin: Springer. xi, 369 p. DM 119.00; öS 869.00; sFr 108.50; £41.00; $ 65.00 (2000).
This is a comprehensive textbook that guides the reader through the theory and practice of prediction and determination of satellite orbits. Starting from the basic principles of orbital mechanics, the book covers elaborate force models as well as precise methods of satellite tracking and their mathematical treatment. A multitude of numerical algorithms used in present day satellite trajectory computation is described in detail, with focus on numerical integration and parameter estimation. The wide range of levels provided renders the book suitable for an advanced undergraduate or graduate course on space-flight mechanics, up to a professional reference in navigation, geodesy and space science. This book comes up with CD-ROM that contains the C++ source of sample programs and applications as well as relevant data files.
Reviewer: Y.Kozai (Tokyo)

MSC:

70-01 Introductory exposition (textbooks, tutorial papers, etc.) pertaining to mechanics of particles and systems
70M20 Orbital mechanics
70-08 Computational methods for problems pertaining to mechanics of particles and systems
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