The Geometry of a Satellite-Ballistic Misile Engagement

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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.

Author(s):
Miller, Michael D.
Author Organization(s):
RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA
Descriptive Note:
Interim rept.
Pagination:
0024

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
RAND/N-2093-SDIO
Contract/Grant Number(s):
MDA903-85-C-0030
Monitor Series:
SDIO
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*ANTIMISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEMS, *INTERCEPT TRAJECTORIES, ANGLE OF INCIDENCE, ARTIFICIAL SATELLITES, COMPUTER PROGRAMS, DYNAMICS, EARTH ORBITS, GEOMETRY, GUIDED MISSILE TRAJECTORIES, GUIDED MISSILES, LINE OF SIGHT, MILITARY SATELLITES, POSITION(LOCATION), SLANT RANGE, VELOCITY, WEAPONS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Antimissile Defense Systems, Spacecraft Trajectories and Reentry
Report Date:
1988 Feb 01