Space techniques

Abstract: Foreword. Preface. The Editors. The Authors. 1 Introduction. Bibliography. 1.1 Historical Overview. 1.2 Space Missions. 2 Fundamentals. 2.1 The Space Environment. 2.2 Orbital Mechanics. 2.3 Aerothermodynamics and Reentry. 2.4 Meteoroids and Space Debris. Bibliography. 3 Space Transportation Systems . 3.1 Systems. 3.2 Multistage Rocket Technologies. 3.3 Propulsion Systems. 3.4 Launch Infrastructure. 3.5 System Qualification. 4 Subsystems of Spacecraft . 4.1 Structure and Mechanisms. 4.2 Electrical Power Supply. 4.3 Thermal Control. 4.4 Satellite Propulsion. 4.5 Attitude Control. 4.6 Data Management. 4.7 Communication. 5 Aspects of Human Space Flight . 5.1 Humans in Space. 5.2 Life Support Systems. 5.3 Rendezvous and Docking. 6 Mission Operations . 6.1 Spacecraft Operations. 6.2 Control Center. 6.3 The Network of Ground Stations. 6.4 Operations for Human Space Flight. 7 Utilization of Space . 7.1 Earth Observation. 7.2 Communications. 7.3 Navigation. 7.4 Space Astronomy and Planetary Missions. 7.5 Materials Science. 7.6 Space Medicine and Biology. 7.7 New Technologies and Robotics. 8 Spacecraft Design Process . 8.1 Mission Concept and Architecture. 8.2 Systems Design and Integration. 8.3 Environmental Tests and Basic Concepts. 8.4 System Design Example: CubeSat. 8.5 Exemplary System Design of a Microsatellite Mission. 8.6 Galileo Satellites. 9 Management of Space Projects . 9.1 Management of Space Projects. 9.2 Quality Management. 9.3 Cost Management. 9.4 Legal Aspects of Space Activities. Acronyms and Abbreviations . Symbol List . Index.

Abstract: This volume presents a selection of advanced case studies that address a substantial range of issues and challenges arising in space engineering. The contributing authors are well-recognized researchers and practitioners in space engineering and in applied optimization. The key mathematical modeling and numerical solution aspects of each application case study are presented in sufficient detail. Classic and more recent space engineering problems including cargo accommodation and object placement, flight control of satellites, integrated design and trajectory optimization, interplanetary transfers with deep space manoeuvres, low energy transfers, magnetic cleanliness modeling, propulsion system design, sensor system placement, systems engineering, space traffic logistics, and trajectory optimization are discussed. Novel points of view related to computational global optimization and optimal control, and to multidisciplinary design optimization are also given proper emphasis. A particular attention is paid also to scenarios expected in the context of future interplanetary explorations. Modeling and Optimization in Space Engineering will benefit researchers and practitioners working on space engineering applications. Academics, graduate and post-graduate students in the fields of aerospace and other engineering, applied mathematics, operations research and optimal control will also find the book useful, since it discusses a range of advanced model development and solution techniques and tools in the context of real-world applications and new challenges.

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