ABSTRACT

Long established as one of the premier references in the fields of astronomy, planetary science, and physics, the fourth edition of Orbital Motion continues to offer comprehensive coverage of the analytical methods of classical celestial mechanics while introducing the recent numerical experiments on the orbital evolution of gravitating masses and the astrodynamics of artificial satellites and interplanetary probes. Following detailed reviews of earlier editions by distinguished lecturers in the USA and Europe, the author has carefully revised and updated this edition. Each chapter provides a thorough introduction to prepare you for more complex concepts, reflecting a consistent perspective and cohesive organization that is used throughout the book. A noted expert in the field, the author not only discusses fundamental concepts, but also offers analyses of more complex topics, such as modern galactic studies and dynamical parallaxes. New to the Fourth Edition: * Numerous updates and reorganization of all chapters to encompass new methods * New results from recent work in areas such as satellite dynamics * New chapter on the Caledonian symmetrical n-body problem Extending its coverage to meet a growing need for this subject in satellite and aerospace engineering, Orbital Motion, Fourth Edition remains a top reference for postgraduate and advanced undergraduate students, professionals such as engineers, and serious amateur astronomers.

chapter Chapter 1|15 pages

The Restless Universe

chapter Chapter 2|28 pages

Coordinate and Time-Keeping Systems

chapter Chapter 3|18 pages

The Reduction of Observational Data

chapter Chapter 4|39 pages

The Two-Body Problem

chapter Chapter 5|53 pages

The Many-Body Problem

chapter Chapter 6|40 pages

The Caledonian Symmetric N-Body Problem

chapter Chapter 7|40 pages

General Perturbations

chapter Chapter 8|29 pages

Special Perturbations

chapter Chapter 9|36 pages

The Stability and Evolution of the Solar System

chapter Chapter 10|16 pages

Lunar Theory

chapter Chapter 11|30 pages

Artificial Satellites

chapter Chapter 12|35 pages

Rocket Dynamics and Transfer Orbits

chapter Chapter 13|28 pages

Interplanetary and Lunar Trajectories

chapter Chapter 14|22 pages

Orbit Determination and Interplanetary Navigation

chapter Chapter 15|28 pages

Binary and Other Few-Body Systems

chapter Chapter 16|36 pages

Many-Body Stellar Systems

chapter |8 pages

Answers to Problems