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Oct 31, 2024
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AE 671 - Orbital Mechanics (3 units) Analysis of orbits in an inverse-square gravitational field; elementary rocket dynamics, impulsive orbit transfer and rendezvous; patched-conic trajectories, planetary gravity-assist maneuvers, and linearized orbit theory with application to simplified analytical models; perturbations.
Maximum units a student may earn: 3
Grading Basis: Graded Units of Lecture: 3 Offered: Every Fall
Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. 2. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. 3. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
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