Stability of low inclination, near circular orbits

July 27, 1997

Orbits with initial elements i=10° and e=.002

Orbital period 8.4 hours (20 orbits per week)

Initial RAAN = 0°, 120°, and 240°.

Initial RAAN = 60°, 180°, and 300°.

Orbital period 11.2 hours (15 orbits per week)

Initial RAAN = 0°, 120°, and 240°.

Initial RAAN = 60°, 180°, and 300°.

Orbital period 15.27 hours (11 orbits per week)

Initial RAAN = 0°, 120°, and 240°.

Initial RAAN = 60°, 180°, and 300°.