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Algorithm for optical real-time ground-based space debris detection

Marchant, Jonathan, Green, Simon F., Dick, James (1997) Algorithm for optical real-time ground-based space debris detection. Enzyme and Microbial Technology, 19 (2). pp. 233-236. ISSN 0141-0229. (doi:10.1016/S0273-1177(97)00006-9) (The full text of this publication is not currently available from this repository. You may be able to access a copy if URLs are provided) (KAR id:18174)

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Abstract

To improve the orbital elements of space debris detected with optical ground based telescopes, more than one observatory could be used in a real-time network to increase detection and tracking probability and extend the detected fraction of the debris orbit. A prototype of a real-time debris detection algorithm is described (to be used at the Royal Greenwich Observatory's Satellite Laser Ranger) that could be used for such a multi-observer network. The optimum configuration of a theoretical network of observing sites is considered, in terms of its effectiveness in detecting debris over a range of representative orbits.

Item Type: Article
DOI/Identification number: 10.1016/S0273-1177(97)00006-9
Additional information: Document Type: Proceedings Paper Conference Information: B0.7 Symposium of COSPAR Scientific Commission on Space Debris, at the 31st COSPAR Scientific Assembly Birmingham, England, Jul 14-21, 1996 COSPAR; Int Acad Astron; Int Astron Federat; Int Astron Union; UN Off Outer Space Affairs
Subjects: Q Science
Q Science > QB Astronomy
Divisions: Divisions > Division of Natural Sciences > Physics and Astronomy
Depositing User: M.A. Ziai
Date Deposited: 19 Apr 2009 21:45 UTC
Last Modified: 11 Dec 2023 14:18 UTC
Resource URI: https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/18174 (The current URI for this page, for reference purposes)

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