computeNodalPeriod

Computes the nodal precession period from orbital parameters


Declaration

 T_nodal = computeNodalPeriod(a, e, i)

Parameters

  • a semi-major axis [km]
  • e eccentricity (0 for circular, >0 for elliptical)
  • i inclination [degrees]

Returns

  • T_nodal nodal period [s]

Discussion