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Satellite Geodesy
Satellitengeodäsie
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:57:32
Abstract
GPS, VLBI, SLR and Satellite Radar Altimetry. Dynamic Satellite Geodesy. Equations of motion and Keplerian elements. Determination of directions, ranges and range differences. Observation equations: Pseudo Range, Phases, Interferometry. GPS Navigational concepts and signal structure. GPS analysis principles. Applications in Global and National Surveying as well as in Navigation and Geodynamics.
Objective
Acquire knowledge in Satellite Geodesy as a modern method applied in Global and National Surveying, Navigation and Geodynamics.
Content
Overview GPS, VLBI, Satellite Laser Ranging, Satellite Radar Altimetry. Dynamic Satellite Geodesy.Equations of motion and Keplerian elements.Transformation and Reference Systems. Measuring Techniques, Determination of directions, ranges and range differences. Observation equations: Pseudo Range, Phases, Interferometry. GPS Navigational concepts and signal structure. GPS analysis principle. Accuracy measures and error sources. Applications in global and National Surveying as well as in Navigation and Geodynamics. Actual examples.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Script H.-G. Kahle "Satellite Geodesy"
Literature
Seeber, G., Satellite Geodesy. De Gruyter Berlin
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Satellitengeodäsie |
|
2 h weekly |