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10392
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| Year |
4
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| Semester |
S2
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
TP(60H)
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| Scientific area |
Aeronautics and Astronautics
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Entry requirements |
Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mechanics, Vibrations and Noise.
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Mode of delivery |
Face to Face
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Work placements |
There is no work placement.
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Learning outcomes |
Presentation of fundamental concepts of astrodynamics.
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Syllabus |
1-Introduction. Some features of the solar system and Earth. 2-Two-body problem. Equations of motion. Integrals of motion. True anomaly. Satellite orbit. Radial and transverse component of the satellite velocity. Eccentric anomaly. Kepler's equation. Elements of orbit. Position and velocity of satellite as a function of time. Elliptical, parabolic and hyperbolic motion. 3.-Orbit determination via satellite position/speed observations. 4.- Orbital transfers. Hohmann transfer. Bi-elliptical transfer. Interplanetary trajectories. Change of orbit plan. 5.-Evolution of the orbit. Gauss equations. Earth's non-sphericity influence. Atmospheric drag. Satellite reentry. 6.-Attitude motion of the satellite. Passive and active control systems. Sensors and actuators. 7.-Current problems of astrodynamics. Tethered systems. Constellations. Formation flying. Nano satellites. Space debris.
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Main Bibliography |
Howard Curtis, "Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students", Elsevier, 2014, 768 pp.
Sarychev, V.A., “Intrudation to Astrodynamics”, Universidade da Beira Interior, Covilhã, 1998, pp. 98.
Chobotov, V.A. (Editor), “Orbital Mechanics”, AIAA Educational Series, 1996, pp. 447.
Hughes, P.C., “Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics”, John Wiley, 1986, pp. 564.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Theoretical and practical classroom and distance classes
Presentations on a theme of your choice
Laboratory work in groups
Test or Exam
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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