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Record Nr.

UNINA9910299848803321

Autore

Hintz Gerald R

Titolo

Orbital Mechanics and Astrodynamics : Techniques and Tools for Space Missions / / by Gerald R. Hintz

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2015

ISBN

3-319-09444-0

Edizione

[1st ed. 2015.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (XVII, 386 p. 206 illus., 9 illus. in color.)

Disciplina

629.4113

Soggetti

Aerospace engineering

Astronautics

Space sciences

Mechanical engineering

Aerospace Technology and Astronautics

Space Sciences (including Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Exploration and Astronautics)

Mechanical Engineering

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Fundamentals of Astrodynamics -- Keplerian Motion -- Orbital Maneuvers -- Techniques of Astrodynamics -- Non-Keplerian Motion -- Spacecraft Rendezvous -- Navigation and Mission Design Techniques and Tools -- Further Study.

Sommario/riassunto

This textbook covers fundamental and advanced topics in orbital mechanics and astrodynamics to expose the student to the basic dynamics of space flight. The engineers and graduate students who read this class-tested text will be able to apply their knowledge to mission design and navigation of space missions. Through highlighting basic, analytic and computer-based methods for designing interplanetary and orbital trajectories, this text provides excellent insight into astronautical techniques and tools. This book is ideal for graduate students in Astronautical or Aerospace Engineering and related fields of study, researchers in space industrial and governmental research and development facilities, as well as



researchers in astronautics. This book also: ·       Illustrates all key concepts with examples ·       Includes exercises for each chapter ·       Explains concepts and engineering tools a student or experienced engineer can apply to mission design and navigation of space missions ·       Covers fundamental principles to expose the student to the basic dynamics of space flight.