Differential Correction

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Differential Correction

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In celestial mechanics, a method for finding from the observed residuals minus the computed residuals (O - C) small corrections which, when applied to the orbital elements or constants, will reduce the deviations from the observed motion to a minimum. [[/a>|/a> ]]

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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use