Perigee Radius in Satellite Communication Formulas

Perigee Radius refers to the distance between the center of the Earth and the point in a satellite’s orbit that is closest to the Earth’s surface. And is denoted by r_perigee. Perigee Radius is usually measured using the Kilometer for Length. Note that the value of Perigee Radius is always negative. Typically, the value of Perigee Radius is greater than 6372.

Formulas to find Perigee Radius in Satellite Communication

fxLength of Radius Vectors at PerigeeGo

Satellite Communication formulas that make use of Perigee Radius

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List of variables in Satellite Communication formulas

fx Major Orbital Axis Go

fx Eccentricity Go

FAQ

What is the Perigee Radius?

Perigee Radius refers to the distance between the center of the Earth and the point in a satellite’s orbit that is closest to the Earth’s surface. Perigee Radius is usually measured using the Kilometer for Length. Note that the value of Perigee Radius is always negative. Typically, the value of Perigee Radius is greater than 6372.

Can the Perigee Radius be negative?

Yes, the Perigee Radius, measured in Length can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Perigee Radius?

Perigee Radius is usually measured using the Kilometer[km] for Length. Meter[km], Millimeter[km], Decimeter[km] are the few other units in which Perigee Radius can be measured.

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