Statistical orbit determination 1 Orbit Determination Concepts 2 The Orbit Problem 3 Observations 4 Fundamentals of Orbit Determination 5 Square root Solution Methods 6 Consider Covariance Analysis A Probability and Statistics B Review of Matrix Concepts C Equations of Motion D Constants E Analytical Theory for Near Circular Orbits F Example of State Noise and Dynamic Model Compensation G Solution of the Linearized Equations of Motion H ECI and ECF Transformation This book presents fundmentals of orbit determination from weighted least squares approaches (Gauss) to todays high speed computer algorithms that provide accuracy within a few centimeters. Numerous examples and problems are provided to enhance readers understanding of the material. *Covers such topics as coordinate and time systems square root filters process noise techniques and the use of fictitious parameters for absorbing un modeled and incorrectly modeled forces acting on a satellite. *Examples and exercises serve to illustrate the principles throughout each chapter. *Detailed solutions to end of chapter exercises available to instructors