using Satellite Tool Kit(STK) to simulate the motion of our satellite.. in order to
determine the best orbit configuration to achieve our desired result..
more info .. @ http://www.stk.com/
if you’re lucky can get free CD. to evaluate the product.. which i had during my degree course.. :P
STK is the flagship product of the company I work for, Analytical Graphics, Inc., which makes analysis software for the aerospace and defense communities. The base product, STK Basic, is available for free upon your request of a CD, which you can do here:
http://www.stk.com/products/desktopApp/stkFamily/editions/index.cfm?tab=evaluate
The product does not expire, but for your first evaluation of the product, you can register for a 7 day trial license and have access to our extensive list of analytical capabilities, including visualization in 3D!
Also check out out satellite tracker application here to view well known satellites in their orbits with up-to-date ephemeris:
http://www.agi.com/resources/sattracker/
– Marc Hoffman
Applications Engineer
Analytical Graphics, Inc.