Slow Data Rate Sequence Satellite Ranging

In this paper a simple newly developed semicoherent slow data rate ranging application for small satellites is described. Ranging, as a set of methods for satellite tracking, is a very important part of most of the satellite systems and the space missions. Firstly, a brief overview of the most commo...

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Main Authors: Zamazal, M., Kasal, M., Drinovsky, J., Urbanec, T.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Downlink
Frequency synchronization
Local oscillators
Probes
Satellite broadcasting
Satellite ground stations
Space technology
System testing
Telemetry
Transponders
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Summary:In this paper a simple newly developed semicoherent slow data rate ranging application for small satellites is described. Ranging, as a set of methods for satellite tracking, is a very important part of most of the satellite systems and the space missions. Firstly, a brief overview of the most commonly used ranging methods is presented. After that, a semicoherent ranging system is described that has to be implemented in a simple experimental system for feature testing using a simple linear transponder of an AMSAT satellite phase-3E and phase-5A probe. Practical test range measurements via FO-29 satellite have been carried out by this system
ISSN:2163-0771
DOI:10.1109/APCC.2005.1554127