Tag: satellite
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Autopilot architecture is more than a code.
Short note about architecture of choices in space autopilot software
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Orbital autopilot
Orbital autopilot – the system which guides spacecraft in flight. Detail description of Orbital AP with assessment of its strengths and weaknesses.
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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.
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Lambert problem in astrodynamics
Complex orbital maneuvers requires more advanced solutions than Hohmann transfer. Targeting via solving Lambert problem is one of them.
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Operation “Silent Giant”
Simulated space mission to intercept ESA “Envisat” satellite completed successfully! Mission report and other materials attached to this post.
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Optimal form factor for nanosatellites
Short analytical article about best form factor of small satellites.
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