Satellite Orbits: Models, Methods and Applications

by Oliver Montenbruck, Eberhard Gill

This modern presentation guides readers through the theory and practice of satellite orbit prediction and determination. Starting from the basic principles of orbital mechanics, it covers elaborate force models as well as precise methods of satellite tracking. The result is a powerful and unique spaceflight dynamics library, which allows users to easily create software extensions. An extensive collection of frequently updated Internet resources is provided through WWW hyperlinks.

Genres: Space

382 pages, Hardcover

First published September 19, 2005

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 5 out of 5]

A text that does what it says on the tin, providing useful, exacting, instruction and information on how to configure the orbits and associated conditions of man-made satellites.

[Nathaniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Does a good job explaining a lot of the bigger-picture stuff, though I didn't pick up as much when it got into applications. In the authors' defense, though, I was skimming through pretty quickly and didn't stop to work any of the exercises. Even if it's not a great book for learning about orbit modelling, Satellite Orbits is probably a good reference text for astrodynamicists to have on their shelves.