A Survey on Star Identification Algorithms

The author surveys algorithms used in star identification, commonly used in star trackers to determine the attitude of a spacecraft. Star trackers are a staple of attitude determination systems for most types of satellites. The paper covers: (a) lost-in-space algorithms (when no a priori attitude in...

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Main Authors: Daniele Mortari, Benjamin B. Spratling
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2009-01-01
Series:Algorithms
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4893/2/1/93/