Process noise of satellite orbit determination

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The discussion focuses on challenges in satellite orbit determination, specifically regarding the calculation of the transition matrix that relates process noise to state parameters of position and velocity. The key issue is how to derive the partial derivatives of process noise concerning these parameters. There is a question about whether the atmospheric drag model can be used as an explicit expression for process noise, particularly if air drag acceleration is considered. The thread seeks insights and solutions to these technical problems. Responses are encouraged to address these specific concerns.
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During my work of space vehicle orbit determination, I have been confronted with a difficulty that hasn't been solved until now. When calculating the transition matrix that translate the process noises to the state parameters of position and velocity,how can I work out the partial derivatives of the process noise with respect to the position and the velocity parameters?May I take the atmospheric drag model as the process noise explicit expression,if I take air drag acceleration as a process noise? WAITING for your helpful answer.
 
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