J2 nodal precession
RAAN drift rate due to Earth oblateness (J2).
SIDUS educational calculator. Category satellite. Tags: LEO, mission-design, orbital, satellite. Pure SI. Not flight software.
Formula
Ω̇ = −³⁄₂ n J₂ (R/p)² cos i
Secular nodal precession
Primary sources
- Fundamentals of Astrodynamics and Applications (David A. Vallado): Standard reference for two-body, Lambert, maneuvers, and J2. Equations implemented independently in SIDUS.
- Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students (Howard D. Curtis): Textbook derivations for Hohmann, vis-viva, rocket equation, elements.
- CelesTrak (CelesTrak): TLE sets, NORAD element documentation, and Vallado software companion hosting.
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