MAE 6060 - Spacecraft Dynamics and Mission Design

Spring. 3 credits.

Prerequisite: background in linear algebra at level of MATH 2940; some experience with MATLAB is expected. Enrollment limited to: graduate standing or permission of instructor.

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The focus is on spacecraft attitude dynamics and its application in core space-systems areas: mission design, operations, and autonomy. Also introduces the problem of attitude estimation and treats aspects of guidance, navigation, and control unique to the context of space mission design. Readings and lectures include examples based on flight data.