Retroreflector system for AC (spacecraft) Sentinel-3 (ESA)
Glavkosmos
A retroreflector system designed for the Sentinel-3 spacecraft, consisting of seven angle reflectors with a double-spot directional pattern.
Technical specifications
- Purpose
- Reflection of quantum-optical station radiation for the purpose of precision determination of spacecraft orbit parameters.
- Year of release
- 2011
About
This retroreflector system is specifically designed for the Sentinel-3 spacecraft, developed for the European Space Agency (ESA). Its primary purpose is to reflect radiation from quantum-optical stations, enabling the precise determination of the spacecraft’s orbit parameters. The system comprises seven individual angle reflectors, each featuring a double-spot directional pattern to enhance reflection accuracy and coverage. The product was released in 2011.
Documentation
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