Satellite fragmentation and orbital debris -- Physical processes underlying satellite fragmentations -- Gabbard diagram of breakup fragments -- Velocity perturbations of breakup fragments -- Explosive fragmentation of rocket bodies -- Soviet anti-satellite tests -- Solwind P78-1…
This is a modern textbook that guides the reader through the theory and practice of satellite orbit prediction and determination. Starting from basic principles of orbital mechanics, it covers elaborate force models as well as precise methods of satellite tracking. Emphasis is o…
Presents a treatment for many elements of space mission design and astronautics. This work discusses both the similarities and differences between orbit and altitude systems in terms of hardware, algorithms, design, and processing requirements. It is aimed at senior engineers en…
Dynamics of point masses -- The two-body problem -- Orbital position as a function of time -- Orbits in three dimensions -- Preliminary orbit determination -- Orbital maneuvers -- Relative motion and rendezvous -- Interplanetary trajectories -- Rigid-body dynamics -- Satellite a…
Adapted from the author's teaching notes developed over nearly ten years of teaching introductory orbital mechanics, this text focuses on the physical phenomena and analytical procedures required to understand and accurately predict the behaviour of orbiting spacecraft.
* A complete, stand-alone text for this core aerospace engineering subject * NEW: updated throughout, with new coverage of perturbations, Lambert's problem, attitude dynamics, and techniques for numerically integrating orbits * NEW: more examples and homework problems, more Matl…