Craig Smith (EOS Space Systems Pty Ltd)
Keywords: Satellite Metrics
Abstract:
Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has recently demonstrated an operational capability of a laser tracking system that can provide precision orbit determination for non-compliant orbital debris objects. The system provides significant new capability in the precision of orbit determination, the size of objects tracked, and system capacity. This capability is being developed into a network of active tracking stations that are able to expand upon the existing catalog of satellites and debris objects that are currently routinely tracked. The expanded catalogue will be of value in Space Surveillance and Space Situational Awareness for both civilian and defense use of Low Earth Orbital space.
Date of Conference: September 10-14, 2006
Track: Satellite Metrics