Automated Rendezvous and Docking of Spacecraft
Automated Rendezvous and Docking of Spacecraft
Wigbert Fehse, European Space Technology Centre, The Netherlands
November 2008
Paperback
9780521089869
This definitive reference for space engineers provides an overview of the major issues governing approach and mating strategies, and system concepts for rendezvous & docking/berthing (RVD/B). These concerns are addressed and explained in a way that aerospace engineers, students and even newcomers to the field can acquire a basic understanding of RVD/B.
- Exclusively on docking of spacecraft
- Covers mechanical systems, control systems and mission design
- Comprehensive
Reviews & endorsements
"This book is described as being the definitive reference for space engineers on all issues related to rendevous and docking of spacecraft, and I would tend to agree. It draws together a wealth of information on the subject, from basic principles through to detailed examples." Aeronautical Journal, Dr. Peter Roberts, Cranfield University
Product details
November 2008Paperback
9780521089869
516 pages
244 × 170 × 26 mm
0.81kg
245 b/w illus.
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Table of Contents
- Preface
- 1. Introduction
- 2. The phases of a rendezvous mission
- 3. Orbit dynamics and trajectory elements
- 4. Approach safety and collision avoidance
- 5. The drivers for the approach strategy
- 6. The onboard rendezvous control strategy
- 7. Sensors for rendezvous navigation
- 8. Mating systems
- 9. Space- and ground-system setup
- 10. Verification and validation
- Appendix A. Motion dynamics
- Appendix B. Rendezvous strategies of existing vehicles
- Appendix C. Rendezvous vehicles of the ISS scenario
- Appendix D. Nomenclature.
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