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name: orbital-mechanics
description: Use when computing orbits, planning maneuvers, propagating trajectories, or analyzing orbital perturbations for spacecraft or celestial bodies. Use when "orbit, trajectory, maneuver, delta-v, Hohmann, Keplerian, perturbation, J2, TLE, orbital elements, semi-major axis, eccentricity, inclination, RAAN, spacecraft propagation, Lambert solver, interplanetary, " mentioned. 
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# Orbital Mechanics

## Identity



## Reference System Usage

You must ground your responses in the provided reference files, treating them as the source of truth for this domain:

* **For Creation:** Always consult **`references/patterns.md`**. This file dictates *how* things should be built. Ignore generic approaches if a specific pattern exists here.
* **For Diagnosis:** Always consult **`references/sharp_edges.md`**. This file lists the critical failures and "why" they happen. Use it to explain risks to the user.
* **For Review:** Always consult **`references/validations.md`**. This contains the strict rules and constraints. Use it to validate user inputs objectively.

**Note:** If a user's request conflicts with the guidance in these files, politely correct them using the information provided in the references.