Methods of Orbital Maneuvering

Methods of Orbital Maneuvering
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Total Pages : 1238
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ISBN-10 : 1624105823
ISBN-13 : 9781624105821
Rating : 4/5 (23 Downloads)

Synopsis Methods of Orbital Maneuvering by : Marc David DiPrinzio

Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students

Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students
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Publisher : Elsevier
Total Pages : 740
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ISBN-10 : 9780080887845
ISBN-13 : 0080887848
Rating : 4/5 (45 Downloads)

Synopsis Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students by : Howard D. Curtis

Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students, Second Edition, provides an introduction to the basic concepts of space mechanics. These include vector kinematics in three dimensions; Newton's laws of motion and gravitation; relative motion; the vector-based solution of the classical two-body problem; derivation of Kepler's equations; orbits in three dimensions; preliminary orbit determination; and orbital maneuvers. The book also covers relative motion and the two-impulse rendezvous problem; interplanetary mission design using patched conics; rigid-body dynamics used to characterize the attitude of a space vehicle; satellite attitude dynamics; and the characteristics and design of multi-stage launch vehicles. Each chapter begins with an outline of key concepts and concludes with problems that are based on the material covered. This text is written for undergraduates who are studying orbital mechanics for the first time and have completed courses in physics, dynamics, and mathematics, including differential equations and applied linear algebra. Graduate students, researchers, and experienced practitioners will also find useful review materials in the book. - NEW: Reorganized and improved discusions of coordinate systems, new discussion on perturbations and quarternions - NEW: Increased coverage of attitude dynamics, including new Matlab algorithms and examples in chapter 10 - New examples and homework problems

Methods of Orbital Maneuvering

Methods of Orbital Maneuvering
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Total Pages : 1406
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ISBN-10 : 1523140895
ISBN-13 : 9781523140893
Rating : 4/5 (95 Downloads)

Synopsis Methods of Orbital Maneuvering by : Marc DiPrinzio

Methods of Orbital Maneuvering examines the use of direct methods in applied spacecraft trajectory optimization. A full breadth of orbit transfer topics is discussed, from the formation of initial guesses to the generation of a full, high-fidelity, multiple maneuver transfer that satisfies all mission constraints and objectives.

Orbital Debris

Orbital Debris
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Publisher : National Academies Press
Total Pages : 225
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ISBN-10 : 9780309051255
ISBN-13 : 0309051258
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Orbital Debris by : National Research Council

Since the beginning of space flight, the collision hazard in Earth orbit has increased as the number of artificial objects orbiting the Earth has grown. Spacecraft performing communications, navigation, scientific, and other missions now share Earth orbit with spent rocket bodies, nonfunctional spacecraft, fragments from spacecraft breakups, and other debris created as a byproduct of space operations. Orbital Debris examines the methods we can use to characterize orbital debris, estimates the magnitude of the debris population, and assesses the hazard that this population poses to spacecraft. Potential methods to protect spacecraft are explored. The report also takes a close look at the projected future growth in the debris population and evaluates approaches to reducing that growth. Orbital Debris offers clear recommendations for targeted research on the debris population, for methods to improve the protection of spacecraft, on methods to reduce the creation of debris in the future, and much more.

Orbital Relative Motion and Terminal Rendezvous

Orbital Relative Motion and Terminal Rendezvous
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 417
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ISBN-10 : 9783030646578
ISBN-13 : 3030646572
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis Orbital Relative Motion and Terminal Rendezvous by : Jean Albert Kéchichian

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of time-fixed terminal rendezvous around the Earth using chemical propulsion. The book has two main objectives. The first is to derive the mathematics of relative motion in near-circular orbit when subjected to perturbations emanating from the oblateness of the Earth, third-body gravity, and atmospheric drag. The mathematics are suitable for quick trajectory prediction and the creation of computer codes and efficient software to solve impulsive maneuvers and fly rendezvous missions. The second objective of this book is to show how the relative motion theory is applied to the exact precision-integrated, long-duration, time-fixed terminal rendezvous problem around the oblate Earth for the general elliptic orbit case. The contents are both theoretical and applied, with long-lasting value for aerospace engineers, trajectory designers, professors of orbital mechanics, and students at the graduate level and above.

Theory and Design Methods of Special Space Orbits

Theory and Design Methods of Special Space Orbits
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 248
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ISBN-10 : 9789811029486
ISBN-13 : 9811029482
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Theory and Design Methods of Special Space Orbits by : Yasheng Zhang

This book focuses on the theory and design of special space orbits. Offering a systematic and detailed introduction to the hovering orbit, spiral cruising orbit, multi-target rendezvous orbit, initiative approaching orbit, responsive orbit and earth pole-sitter orbit, it also discusses the concept, theory, design methods and application of special space orbits, particularly the design and control method based on kinematics and astrodynamics. In addition the book presents the latest research and its application in space missions. It is intended for researchers, engineers and postgraduates, especially those working in the fields of orbit design and control, as well as space-mission planning and research.

Spacecraft Trajectory Optimization

Spacecraft Trajectory Optimization
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 313
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ISBN-10 : 9781139490771
ISBN-13 : 113949077X
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Spacecraft Trajectory Optimization by : Bruce A. Conway

This is a long-overdue volume dedicated to space trajectory optimization. Interest in the subject has grown, as space missions of increasing levels of sophistication, complexity, and scientific return - hardly imaginable in the 1960s - have been designed and flown. Although the basic tools of optimization theory remain an accepted canon, there has been a revolution in the manner in which they are applied and in the development of numerical optimization. This volume purposely includes a variety of both analytical and numerical approaches to trajectory optimization. The choice of authors has been guided by the editor's intention to assemble the most expert and active researchers in the various specialities presented. The authors were given considerable freedom to choose their subjects, and although this may yield a somewhat eclectic volume, it also yields chapters written with palpable enthusiasm and relevance to contemporary problems.

Satellite Orbits

Satellite Orbits
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 378
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ISBN-10 : 9783642583513
ISBN-13 : 3642583512
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Satellite Orbits by : Oliver Montenbruck

This modern presentation guides readers through the theory and practice of satellite orbit prediction and determination. Starting from the basic principles of orbital mechanics, it covers elaborate force models as well as precise methods of satellite tracking. The accompanying CD-ROM includes source code in C++ and relevant data files for applications. The result is a powerful and unique spaceflight dynamics library, which allows users to easily create software extensions. An extensive collection of frequently updated Internet resources is provided through WWW hyperlinks.

Space Vehicle Dynamics and Control

Space Vehicle Dynamics and Control
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Publisher : AIAA
Total Pages : 692
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ISBN-10 : 1563472619
ISBN-13 : 9781563472619
Rating : 4/5 (19 Downloads)

Synopsis Space Vehicle Dynamics and Control by : Bong Wie

A textbook that incorporates the latest methods used for the analysis of spacecraft orbital, attitude, and structural dynamics and control. Spacecraft dynamics is treated as a dynamic system with emphasis on practical applications, typical examples of which are the analysis and redesign of the pointing control system of the Hubble Space Telescope and the analysis of an active vibrations control for the COFS (Control of Flexible Structures) Mast Flight System. In addition to the three subjects mentioned above, dynamic systems modeling, analysis, and control are also discussed. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Protecting the Space Station from Meteoroids and Orbital Debris

Protecting the Space Station from Meteoroids and Orbital Debris
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Publisher : National Academies Press
Total Pages : 65
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ISBN-10 : 9780309056304
ISBN-13 : 0309056306
Rating : 4/5 (04 Downloads)

Synopsis Protecting the Space Station from Meteoroids and Orbital Debris by : Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences