Spacecraft.StepToNode Method

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Description

Steps to the specified node of the Spacecraft's orbit based on its current central body. The next or previous node is selected based on the sign of the current propagator stepsize. If the spacecraft is already at the node, it will move off the node.

 

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Signatures

Return Value

Description

Spacecraft.StepToNode(Variable node)

TimeSpan

Steps to the specified node of the Spacecraft's orbit based on its current central body. The next or previous node is selected based on the sign of the current propagator stepsize. If the spacecraft is already at the node, it will move off the node.

Spacecraft.StepToNode(Variable node, Variable direction)

TimeSpan

Steps to the specified node of the Spacecraft's orbit based on its current central body, in the specified direction. If the spacecraft is already at the node, it will move off the node.

 

 

See also

Spacecraft Object

Spacecraft Propagation Guide

Coverage and Contact Analysis Guide