Semi Major Axis in Satellite Communication Formulas

The Semi major axis can be used to determine the size of satellite’s orbit. It is half of the major axis. And is denoted by a_semi. Semi Major Axis is usually measured using the Kilometer for Length. Note that the value of Semi Major Axis is always positive.

Formulas to find Semi Major Axis in Satellite Communication

fxKepler's Third LawGo

Satellite Communication formulas that make use of Semi Major Axis

fxMean Motion of SatelliteGo

fxNominal Mean MotionGo

fxKepler's First LawGo

fxRegression of NodesGo

List of variables in Satellite Communication formulas

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FAQ

What is the Semi Major Axis?

The Semi major axis can be used to determine the size of satellite’s orbit. It is half of the major axis. Semi Major Axis is usually measured using the Kilometer for Length. Note that the value of Semi Major Axis is always positive.

Can the Semi Major Axis be negative?

No, the Semi Major Axis, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Semi Major Axis?

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

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