Orbit Determination by Optimizing the Integration of Object Observation and Propagation
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Research Topic Description, including Problem Statement:
Example Approaches:
This reference compared five techniques, specifically Least Squares, Extended Kalman Filter, Unscented Kalman Filter and Ensemble Kalman Filter, and Bootstrap Particle Filter. Ramanathan, T. V. and R. A. Chipade. (2021) “Comparative Evaluation of Statistical Orbit Determination Algorithms for Short-Term Prediction of Geostationary and Geosynchronous Satellite Orbits in NavIC Constellation.”
Develop/enhance capabilities to advance space situational awareness
Key Words: Orbit determination, space object observation, orbit propagation, optimization, Kalman filters.
Postdoc Eligibility
- U.S. citizens only
- Ph.D. in a relevant field must be completed before beginning the appointment and within five years of the appointment start date
- Proposal must be associated with an accredited U.S. university, college, or U.S. government laboratory
- Eligible candidates may only receive one award from the IC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program
Research Advisor Eligibility
- Must be an employee of an accredited U.S. university, college or U.S. government laboratory
- Are not required to be U.S. citizens
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
- Degree: Doctoral Degree.
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