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ORBITAL PLANE [1 record]

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Record 1 1987-07-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Space Physics
DEF

The plane containing the centre of mass of the primary body and the velocity vector of a satellite, the frame of reference being that specified for defining the orbital elements.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique spatiale
DEF

Plan contenant le centre de gravité du corps principal et le vecteur vitesse d'un satellite, le système de référence étant le système spécifié pour définir les éléments de l'orbite.

Spanish

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