Exit GEO RPO mission

The Exit GEO RPO mission sequence initiates a circular drifting GEO orbit, using two maneuvers, from the current GEO orbit. You can specify the desired drift rate, which can be either westward (negative drift rates) or eastward (positive drift rates). You are responsible to ensure flight safety during the exit sequence.

Generally, if exiting westward, the chase satellite should be above the target before initiating the sequence. Alternatively, if exiting eastward, the chase satellite should be below the target before initiating the sequence. The picture shows a westward drift rate.

Watch the following video to learn more about the RPO sequence on this page.

Sequence parameters

Option	Description
Desired_DriftRate	Enter the GEO drift rate in degrees/day for a circular orbit after the two-burn sequence.
Engine_Name	Enter, as a string, the name of the finite maneuver engine model.
Maneuver_Type	Select the type of maneuver, "Impulsive" or "Finite," from the drop-down list.