This window is used to define the basic parameters of a b-plane from a b-plane template, and to add that b-plane to the satellite. If you have not defined at least one template for the current scenario using the B-Plane Template Tool, there will be not be any valid selections in this window.
For practice using b-planes, try the Astrogator Moon Mission exercise.
Select a b-plane template from the list of available templates by clicking it. The b-plane is described by the following fields:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Enter a name for the b-plane or accept the default name. |
| Description | Enter a description. |
| B-Plane Template | Indicates the template from which the b-plane will be derived. |
| Event Name | Enter a name for the event which the b-plane will describe or accept the default name. |
| Event Epoch | Enter the epoch of the event or accept the default epoch. For more information on the options available for instance times, see Time Options |
Click OK to add the b-plane to the satellite, or Cancel to close the window without adding a b-plane.