Spacecraft Technology
Module MW1983
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of WS 2012/3
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
available module versions | ||
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SS 2020 | SS 2013 | WS 2012/3 |
Basic Information
MW1983 is a year module in English language at Master’s level which is offered every semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Catalogue of non-physics elective courses
Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
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240 h | 90 h | 8 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
Rocket Equation
Rocket Staging
Rocket Propulsion (chemical and electrical)
Launcher Systems
Space Environment
Rocket Ascent
Astrodynamics
Trajectories
Orbit Transfers
The lectures of the winter semester provide knowledge of the fundamentals of space mission and spacecraft design:
Mission Design (requirements, trade studies)
Mission Geometry & Orbit Selection
Orbit Perturbations
Space Environment
Satellite Payloads (typical)
Structure & Mechanisms
Attitude Determination and Control System
Propulsion System
Communication System
Power System
Thermal Control System
Learning Outcome
After the successful conclusion of the second part of the module (winter term) the students will have learned all relevant theory and engeneering tools for analysing the major elements of a typical space mission with special emphasis on the space element, namely the spacecraft itself. The students will be able to understand the complex interactions between the spaceflight environment, spacecraft sub-systems and mission needs, can analyze relevant requirements and find first order solutions for mission planning purposes. Students will be able to evaluate spacecraft systems and perform basic optimizations with respect to the typical trade-offs comprising power, mass, data rate, lifetime, complexity and reliability. The students will be able to evaluate the basic interactions between the design drivers for spacecraft systems and to implement them in the typical design processes.
Preconditions
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
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VO | 3 | Spacecraft Technology 1 (ESPACE) | Kiesbye, J. Rott, M. |
Mon, 11:45–13:15, MW 1250 |
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UE | 1 | Spacecraft Technology 1 - Tutorial | Kiesbye, J. Rott, M. |
Mon, 13:45–14:30, MW 1250 |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Media
Literature
Further literature survey is given in the hand-out
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
Note in view of the limitations on university operations as a result of the CoViD19 pandemic: If the basic conditions (hygiene, physical distance rules, etc.) for a classroom-based examination cannot be met, the planned form of examination can be changed to a written or oral online examination in accordance with §13a APSO. The decision about this change will be announced as soon as possible, but at least 14 days before the date of the examination by the examiner after consultation with the board of examiners of the respective study program.
Exam Repetition
There is a possibility to take the exam in the following semester.