Spacecraft Momentum Control Systems (Space Technology Library,

Spacecraft Momentum Control Systems (Space Technology Library, 34)

The goal of this book is to serve both as a practical technical reference and a resource for gaining a fuller understanding of the state of the art of spacecraft momentum control systems, specifically looking at control moment gyroscopes (CMGs). As a result, the subject matter includes theory, technology, and systems engineering. The authors combine material on system-level architecture of spacecraft that feature momentum-control systems with material about the momentum-control hardware and software. This also encompasses material on the theoretical and algorithmic approaches to the control of space vehicles with CMGs. In essence, CMGs are the attitude-control actuators that make contemporary highly agile spacecraft possible.Â The rise of commercial Earth imaging, the advances in privately built spacecraft (including small satellites), and the growing popularity of the subject matter in academic circles over the past decade argues that now is the time for an in-depth treatment of the topic.Â CMGs are augmented by reaction wheels and related algorithms for steering all such actuators, which together comprise the field of spacecraft momentum control systems. The material is presented at a level suitable for practicing engineers and those with an undergraduate degree in mechanical, electrical, and/or aerospace engineering.
Country USA
Brand Springer
Manufacturer Springer
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9783319361741
ReleaseDate 2016-08-23
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783319361741

Country	USA
Brand	Springer
Manufacturer	Springer
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9783319361741
ReleaseDate	2016-08-23
UnitCount	1
EANs	9783319361741

Spacecraft Momentum Control Systems (Space Technology Library, 34)