Title :
Minitrack system design criteria
Author_Institution :
U. S. Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D. C.
Abstract :
The operating principles of the radio phase-comparison angle-tracking system known as Minitrack are examined. Design criteria for the system are discussed with reference to the severe weight and size limitations and altitude limits of the Vanguard satellite.
Keywords :
Antenna measurements; Directive antennas; Earth; Satellite antennas; Satellite broadcasting; Satellites;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/EE.1957.6442661
