Orbit 3D view
Interactive 3D circular orbits and Hohmann-class transfer ellipse (drag to rotate, scroll to zoom).
SIDUS educational calculator. Category utilities. Tags: mission-design, orbital, utilities, visualization. Pure SI. Not flight software.
Formula
r(ν) = a(1−e²)/(1+e cos ν) · 3D Kepler rings
Interactive 3D orbit view
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.
How do AI agents use this tool?
Read /llms.txt or call https://sidus.tools/api/mcp. Open the interactive page for live SI inputs.