• Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences
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• v.28 no.3
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• pp.183-192
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• 2011

The current study analyzes the effects of the scaling parameters of the batch unscented transformation on precision satellite orbit determination. Satellite laser ranging (SLR) data are used in the orbit determination algorithm, which consists of dynamics model, observation model and filtering algorithm composed of the batch unscented transformation. TOPEX/Poseidon SLR data are used by utilizing the normal point (NP) data observed from ground station. The filtering algorithm includes a repeated series of processes to determine the appropriate scaling parameters for the batch unscented transformation. To determine appropriate scaling parameters, general ranges of the scaling parameters of ${\alpha}$, ${\beta}$, k, $\lambda$ are established. Depending on the range settings, each parameter was assigned to the filtering algorithm at regular intervals. Appropriate scaling parameters are determined for observation data obtained from several observatories, by analyzing the relationship between tuning properties of the scaling parameters and estimated orbit precision. The orbit determination of satellite using the batch unscented transformation can achieve levels of accuracy within several tens of cm with the appropriate scaling parameters. The analyses in the present study give insights into the roles of scaling parameters in the batch unscented transformation method.

• Journal of Space Technology and Applications
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• v.4 no.1
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• pp.48-61
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• 2024

In this paper, we introduce the concept of the cube satellite Chungnam National University Laser Unity Bus (CLUB), which can provide an integrated infrastructure for various ground-space laser applications. With the advent of the new space era, the rapid expansion of space utilization has begun to reveal the limitations of conventional radio frequencies. As space missions diversify, lasers are garnering attention as a viable alternative. Between ground and space, lasers are applied in various fields including satellite laser ranging (SLR), laser weapons, and laser communication. However, laser used between the ground and space are significantly influenced by the Earth's atmosphere. Consequently, understanding the atmospheric effects on laser propagation is crucial. In particular, atmospheric turbulence, which refracts and distorts laser beams, intensifies closer to the Earth's surface, exerting a greater impact on the uplink than on the downlink. While downlink verification is facilitated by ground detection, verifying the uplink poses challenges due to the necessity of space-based detection. In response to these challenges, we propose the idea of cube satellite as a means to enhance understanding and verification of laser propagation in the uplink. Additionally, we present the results of conceptual design by analyzing requirements, focusing on mission design of the CLUB cube satellite, following the stages of systems engineering for systematic cube satellite development.

• Aerospace Engineering and Technology
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• v.4 no.2
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• pp.60-64
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• 2005

STSAT-2 will demonstrate the scientific mission(acquisition of brightness temperature of the earth at 23.8 GHz and 37 GHz) and spacecraft technologies(laser ranging, frame-type satellite structure, Dual-head star tracker, CCD sun sensor, pulsed plasma thruster, etc.). In this paper STSAT-2 satellite system is described. It includes the definition of the system and the overview of payloads and BUS.

• Proceedings of the Optical Society of Korea Conference
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• 2003.02a
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• pp.98-99
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• 2003

2005년 국산 소형위성 발사체에 탑재되어 발사 될 예정으로, 과학기술위성2호의 개발이 2002년 10월부터 시작되었다. 과학기술위성2호는 약 100kg의 소형위성으로, 경사각 60～80$^{\circ}$의 300km x 1500km 타원궤도에 발사될 것으로 예상되고 있으며, 라만-a태양촬영망원경(LIST, Larman-a Imaging Solar Telescope)과 레이저정밀거리측정용 반사경이 각각 주 및 부 탑재체로 탑재될 예정이다. 위성레이저정밀거리측정(SLR, Satellite Laser Ranging)이란 위성간의 거리를 가장 정확하게 측정할수 있는 축지학적 기술이다. (중략)

• Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences
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• v.27 no.3
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• pp.245-252
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• 2010

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) has developed a mobile satellite laser ranging (SLR) system called ARGO-M since 2008 for space geodesy research and precise orbit determination technologies using SLR with mm level accuracy. ARGO-M is capable of night tracking and daylight tracking for which requires spatial, spectral and time filters due to high background noises. In this study, characteristics and specifications of ARGO-M are discussed and its tracking capabilities of night and daylight tracking are analyzed for STSAT-2B and KOMPSAT-5 through link budget. Additionally false alarm and signal detection probabilities are also analyzed depending on spectral and time filters for daylight tracking for these satellites.

• Current Optics and Photonics
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• v.7 no.4
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• pp.419-427
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• 2023

The structural design of an optical-telescope assembly (OTA) for satellite laser ranging (SLR) is conducted in two steps. First, the results of a parametric study of the major design variables (e.g. dimension and shape) of the OTA part are explained, and the detailed structural design of the OTA is derived, considering the design requirements. Among the structural-shape concepts of various OTAs, the Serrurier truss concept is selected in this study, and the collimation of the telescope according to the design variables is extensively discussed. After generating finite-element models for different structural shapes, self-gravity analyses are performed. To minimize the deflection and tilt of the mirror and frame for the OTA under the limited design requirements, a parametric study is conducted according to design variables such as the shapes of the upper and lower struts and the spider vane. The structural features found in the parametric study are described. Finally, the OTA structure is designed in detail to maintain the optical alignment by balancing the gravity deflections of the upper and lower trusses using the optimal combination of the parameters. Additionally, thermal analysis of the optical telescope design is evaluated.

• Journal of the Korean Society for Aeronautical & Space Sciences
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• v.32 no.6
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• pp.142-147
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• 2004

Satellite laser ranging (SLR), which is the most accurate geodetic method for precise orbit determination of artificial satellites, will be used to determine the precise orbit of STSAT2. This paper will present the development of a Laser Reflector Array (LRA) of STSAT2. Currently one LRA was designed, analyzed, manufactured, optically tested and assembled.

• Aerospace Engineering and Technology
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• v.3 no.1
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• pp.79-85
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• 2004

In this study, the operations concept of STSAT-2 which will be launched by KSLV-1, the first Korean Space Launch Vehicle, from Naro is explained. The major tasks of STSAT-2 is acquiring Lyman-alpha images of Sun by LIST(Lyman-alpha Imaging Solar Telescope) payload and the exact position of the satellite by calculating distance between STSAT-2 and SLR ground stations using SLR(Satellite Laser Ranging) payload. Also spacecraft technology verification is performed.

• Bulletin of the Korean Space Science Society
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• 2009.10a
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• pp.42.2-42.2
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• 2009

한국천문연구원에서 개발 중인 KHz급 Satellite Laser Ranging(SLR) 시스템인 ARGO-M 의 운영시스템 중의 하나인 Interface Control System 은 현재 시각에서의 위성의 위치를 개산하여 추적마운트부에 Tracking 정보를 제공하고, 주기적으로 발사되는 레이저의 귀환 시간을 계산하여 수신광검출기 게이트를 열어야 하는 시간을 FPGA 보드에 전달하는 기능 등을 수행하게 된다. 이러한 일련의 작업은 각각 필요한 시점에 정확하게 실행되어야 하며 이를 위해 실시간 운영체계가 사용될 예정이다. 실시간 운영체계 하에서 Ranging 에 관련한 프로세스를 수행할 경우에 발생될 수 있는 문제점을 검토하기 위해서 기존에 Austria Graz SLR 관측소에서 사용하고 있는 DOS용 테스트 프로그램을 실시간 운영체계로 검토되고 있는 INtime 환경으로 이식하여 성능을 기존의 DOS 프로그램과 비교하여 보았다. Controller 역할을 담당하고 있는 FPGA 보드와의 데이터 통신의 주기성을 확인하는 시험 결과 실시간 운영체계를 사용하는 경우가 USB 사용 등 외적인 교란에 의한 영향을 적게 받는 것을 확인 할 수 있었다. 또한 500피코초 단위의 해상도를 갖는 내부 이벤트 타이머와의 연계, 레이저 발사 명령, 광검출기의 게이트 여닫기 등의 프로세스가 실시간 환경에서 문제점 없이 구현 가능함을 확인하였다.

• Publications of The Korean Astronomical Society
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• v.27 no.3
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• pp.49-59
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• 2012

KASI (Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute) has developed an SLR (Satellite Laser Ranging) system since 2008. The name of the development program is ARGO (Accurate Ranging system for Geodetic Observation). ARGO has a wide range of applications in the satellite precise orbit determination and space geodesy research using SLR with mm-level accuracy. ARGO-M (Mobile, bistatic 10 cm transmitting/40 cm receiving telescopes) and ARGO-F (Fixed stationary, about 1 m transmitting/receiving integrated telescope) SLR systems development will be completed by 2014. In 2011, ARGO-M system integration was completed. At present ARGO-M is in the course of system calibration, functionality, and performance tests. It consists of six subsystems, OPS (Optics System), TMS (Tracking Mount System), OES (Opto-Electronic System), CDS (Container-Dome System), LAS (Laser System) and AOS (ARGO Operation System). In this paper, ARGO-M system structure and integration status are introduced and described.