Astrogator FAQs

Why Am I Getting a “NO LICENSE” Error When Building an STK Engine Application in Visual Studio?

• Sep 2, 2015
• FAQ

Integration of Custom Behavior Models in STK

• Jan 25, 2017
• FAQ

The techniques for integrating custom models with STK will vary quite a bit depending on a few factors, which are discussed in this article.

How to Sort Aviator Catalog Objects and Other Aviator Catalog Tricks

• Jan 24, 2020
• FAQ

Explanation of Body Mask Files (.bmsk)

• Aug 3, 2015
• FAQ

This is a detailed explanation of how a BMSK file is defined.

Using a 3D Grid Model to Estimate Distance in STK

• Nov 17, 2016
• FAQ

3D model of a 3 axis grid

How to make a metallic material on a model without using a texture map

• Jan 26, 2017
• FAQ

This article provides a working understanding of the FaceColor, specularity and shininess settings of the MDL format in the context of creating a...

What can happen if inappropriate element spacing is introduced in a phased array antenna?

• Feb 26, 2018
• FAQ

Scanning above the maximum scan/look angle will cause grating lobes.

How to set up the HLA configuration in STK DSim

• Dec 14, 2016
• FAQ

A step by step guide to set up an HLA Federation in STK DSim

Using ODTK for Emitter Geolocation Using Airborne Platforms

• May 10, 2023
• How To

This article shows you how to apply ODTK for geolocation of a ground-based emitter from two aircraft.

How to Quickly Create a Mission to the Moon Using STK's Astrogator Capability

• Nov 21, 2018
• How To

This article provides the steps for quickly creating a mission to the moon in STK.

How Can I Add My Facilities to the Local Standard Object Database?

• Apr 29, 2020
• How To

How to solve for Adjusted Data Rate based on Excess Link Margin

• Feb 20, 2020
• How To

Use Analysis Workbench scalar calculations to take link margin and derive adjusted data rate

Why Does STK Start Up Slowly? How Can I Improve the Startup Speed?

• May 22, 2015
• FAQ

This article shows you how to maximize the system resources available to STK and minimize STK's demand for these same resources.

How Do I Compute a Bent-pipe Chain Coverage?

• Sep 2, 2015
• FAQ

You need to combine data from a Coverage Definition and a Chain.

How to Calculate Eb/(No+Io) for Displaying on the 3D Graphics Window

• Jun 8, 2017
• FAQ

In STK 12.5 and later releases, you can display Eb/(No+Io) and other interference parameters through the Link Information Data Provider. For STK...

EDU Installation and Licensing Procedures

• Jan 19, 2018
• FAQ

This is a quick guide to installing STK and retrieving educational licenses. Starting in the 2022-2023 school year, AGI’s Educational Alliance...

What is an 'options' File (.opt)?

• Sep 25, 2015
• FAQ

An options file is a simple text file maintained on the license server, most commonly used to control who can and cannot check out licenses.

How do I Model a Takeoff from an Aircraft Carrier?

• Jun 7, 2017
• FAQ

This article describes how, using Aviator, you can use the STK Vehicle Site and Launch procedure to model a takeoff from an aircraft carrier.

How do I Find the Descending Side of an Orbit?

• Jan 18, 2016
• FAQ

You can use Analysis Workbench in STK to find the descending side, which is especially important for remote sensing satellites.

How Do I Register a WSC-type Plugin with STK or ODTK?

• Jan 21, 2016
• FAQ

This article walks you through registering a WSC-type plugin with STK or ODTK.