ARO 418 - Space Environment (4)

The space environment and its impact on spacecraft operations. Non-uniform gravitational fields, aerodynamic drag effects including aerobraking, solar heating and pressure, radiation, electrical issues, orbital debris. Considerations for special orbits. On-board disturbances. Spacecraft thermal control, life support systems.

Prerequisite(s): C or better in ARO 309.
Component(s): 4 lectures/ problem-solving.