Category: Astrodynamics

  • Space requires humility

    Space requires humility

    Space doesn’t care. You must. An insight after “Operation Silent Giant” simulated mission.

  • Limits of Lambert problem solver

    Lambert problem solver may look like it’s an “ultimate weapon” for orbital transfer planning. Why this is not true – in this article.

  • Porkchop plots and delta-v maps

    Porkchop plots and delta-v maps

    Practical example of usage of porkchop plots and delta-v maps for optimizing orbital maneuvers

  • Lambert problem in astrodynamics

    Lambert problem in astrodynamics

    Complex orbital maneuvers requires more advanced solutions than Hohmann transfer. Targeting via solving Lambert problem is one of them.

  • Operation “Silent Giant”

    Operation “Silent Giant”

    Simulated space mission to intercept ESA “Envisat” satellite completed successfully! Mission report and other materials attached to this post.

  • Optimal form factor for nanosatellites

    Short analytical article about best form factor of small satellites.