Covers coordinate transformations, central force motion, n-body problems, orbital perturbations, artificial satellites, transfer orbits, rocket dynamics, and interplanetary mission planning.
Apply orbital mechanics principles to satellite and spacecraft motion.
Calculate orbital parameters of satellites.
Design orbital transfer maneuvers to accomplish desired change of orbit.
Design interplanetary trajectories to accomplish a specific mission.
Estimate orbit perturbations due to non-central forces.
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Coordinate system transformations, central force motion, two body problem, three and n-body problem, theory of orbital perturbations, artificial satellites, elementary transfer orbits, elementary rocket dynamics, and basic interplanetary mission planning. Was ASTRON 550 prior to Fall 2026.
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Orbital Mechanics
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