Abstract
The application of operational analog computers to simulate the dynamic behavior of an antenna is dis cussed. The structural model used is developed from modal as well as nodal equations. The model repre senting motor and control systems is derived from typical drive and control-system equations. The simulation is deliberately more detailed than neces sary in order to establish the effects of parameters that usually are neglected as higher-order effects. The validity of the simulation is achieved by com paring computer results with experimental results. The difficulties encountered in calculating adequate input data and correlating analytical and experimental results are noted.
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