This book provides readers with a clear description of the types of lunar and interplanetary trajectories, and how they influence satellite-system design. The description follows an engineering rather than a mathematical approach and includes many examples of lunar trajectories,…
Reflecting the results of twenty years; experience in the field of multipurpose flights, this monograph includes the complex routes of the trajectories of a number of bodies (e.g., space vehicles, comets) in the solar system. A general methodological approach to the research of …
This graduate textbook on optimal spacecraft trajectories demonstrates the theory and applications of using the minimum amount of propellant possible to reach a target destination. The author aims to produce the only comprehensive treatment of various aspects of this topic. It i…
Testing the limits your satellite can and must match.
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…
This book is a reference for space engineers on all issues related to rendezvous and docking/berthing (RVD/B). It answers key questions such as: How does the docking vehicle accurately approach the target spacecraft?; What technology is needed aboard the spacecraft to perform au…
