The dynamic characteristics of the Dial satellite after separation from the last stage were investigated in order to discover the reasons for abrupt nutations and their good damping. A summary of the theory of nutation of rigid bodies is presented, and probable errors during separation are discussed. Onboard equipment which causes the damping is reviewed by analysis of telemetry data of the attitude measurement system. The damping effects of electric batteries were determined experimentally.
Investigation of the Dynamic Characteristics of the Dial Satellite after Separation of the Last Stage . Untersuchung des Dynamischen Verhaltens des Satelliten Dial Nach Abtrennen von der Letzten Raketenstufe
1972
46 pages
Report
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Englisch