Citation

Abstract

The Level-4 Prepass Readiness Test (PRT) (the “load and go” countdown) provides an effective and low risk method of improving Network productivity. A carefully controlled trial period preceded the full-scale application of the Level-4 PRT to Pioneer, Helios and Viking cruise tracking operations. Use of this “load and go” concept to count down a station brings about a substantial increase in the proportion of total station hours devoted to spacecraft tracking.

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Volume
42-34
Published
August 15, 1976
Pages
124–128
File Size
447.6 KB