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Accession Number:
ADA191982
Title:
The Geometry of a Satellite-Ballistic Misile Engagement
Corporate Author:
RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA
Report Date:
1988-02-01
Abstract:
This note describes in mathematical terms the dynamic geometry between a constellation of satellites deployed for ballistic missile defense BMD and the missiles the satellites are engaging. Formulas, readily translatable into computer code, are given for such engagement parameters as slant range, closing velocity, and line-of-sight incidence angle in terms of satellite and missile position and velocity data. These formulas are the foundation of a model developed at Rand to support study of the BMD capability of various satellite armament concepts.
Descriptive Note:
Interim rept.
Pages:
0024
Distribution Statement:
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.
Contract Number:
MDA903-85-C-0030
File Size:
1.17MB
