Evaluation of orbit determination using dual ranging method

The paper provides both the theoretical and practical results for Geo-stationary satellites orbit determination using both dual Ranging from Two separate earth station locations and Classical orbit determination from an earth station. The orbit determination is performed through a generated Matlab program and is compared with a flight proven software tool. The program takes into account the dynamic model [1],[5],[6] of the satellite which takes orbit perturbations due to non-spherical earth shape, the gravitational forces of the sun and moon, and the atmospheric drag. Acceptable results where foreseen in comparison to the flight proven software tool.