Elements of Spacecraft Design (AIAA Education Series)
Author: Inc. C. Brown, Wren Software (Author)
Publisher: AIAA
Edition: N/A
Publication date: January 15, 2003
Edition: First Edition
Language: English
Print length: 610 pages
ISBN-10: 1563475243
ISBN-13:9781563475245
Book Description
This text discusses the conceptual stages of mission design, systems engineering, and orbital mechanics, providing a basis for understanding the design process for different components and functions of a spacecraft. Coverage includes propulsion and power systems, structures, attitude control, thermal control, command and data systems, and telecommunications. Worked examples and exercises are included, in addition to appendices on acronyms and abbreviations and spacecraft design data. The book can be used for self-study or for a course in spacecraft design. Brown directed the team that produced the Magellan spacecraft, and has taught spacecraft design at the University of Colorado. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
