Loading satellite TLE data into MATLAB using satellite function (2024)

FAQs

What is the satellite function in Matlab? ›

The satellite function adds satellites to the scenario using two line element (TLE) files or orbital elements. For more details on orbital elements and TLE files, see Two Line Element (TLE) Files. The platform function adds platforms to the scenario using trajectory data or position or velocity data.

Add Satellites to Scenario Using Keplerian Elements

Set the simulation sample time to 60 seconds. startTime = datetime(2020,6,02,8,23,0); stopTime = startTime + days(1); sampleTime = 60; sc = satelliteScenario(startTime,stopTime,sampleTime); Add two satellites to the scenario using their Keplerian elements.

Some take pictures of other planets, the sun, black holes, dark matter or faraway galaxies. These pictures help scientists better understand the solar system and universe. Still other satellites are used mainly for communications, such as beaming TV signals and phone calls around the world.

Satellite command and control (C2) is the ability to connect to a space asset, observe real time and historical events, and schedule onboard operations.

To import signals to Signal Labeler from the MATLAB Workspace, on the Labeler tab, click Import and select From Workspace in the Members list. In the dialog box, select the signals you want to import. Each signal variable is treated as a member of the labeled signal set and can be labeled individually.

Commands for Generating Data Using Simulation

To generate input data, use idinput to construct a signal with the desired characteristics, such as a random Gaussian or binary signal or a sinusoid. idinput returns a matrix of input values. The following table lists the commands you can use to simulate output data.

The simulator provides realistic modelling of the ground stations, the satellite orbit and environment, the operation of the satellite subsystems and payloads and their response to telecommands. The satellite also generates housekeeping telemetry.

Communications Toolbox™ provides algorithms and apps for the design, end-to-end simulation, analysis, and verification of communications systems. The toolbox includes a graphically based app that lets you generate custom- or standard-based waveforms.

RAAN (right ascension of ascending node) – This element defines the angle between the xy-plane of the GCRF and the direction of the ascending node, as seen from the Earth's center of mass for each satellite in the range [0,360).