Fundamentals of Astrodynamics: Seco: Second Edition

The United States Air Force Academy developed a new text for astrodynamics, geared towards high speed digital computers and current industry practice. The text emphasizes the universal variable formulation and includes original unpublished derivations. It covers orbit determination, classical orbital elements, coordinate transformations, differential correction, orbital transfer maneuvers, time-of-flight, Kepler and Gauss problems, two-body mechanics, ballistic missile problem, launch error analysis, targeting on a rotating earth, lunar and interplanetary flight, perturbation, special perturbations, integration schemes and errors, and analytic formulation of several common perturbations. Example problems and exercises are included. The text is designed for a first course in astrodynamics or a two-course sequence and has been proven to be effective in teaching engineering students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2020
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.

The United States Air Force Academy introduced astrodynamics to undergraduates in astronautics and aerospace engineering, finding the traditional approach outdated. They developed a new text tailored to high-speed digital computers and industry practices. Over time, the new approach proved successful, with students entering graduate engineering schools demonstrating better understanding of astrodynamics. Recognizing the urgent need for superior aerospace sciences training, the professor-authors published this text for wider use. The Dover edition is the result. The text emphasizes the universal variable formulation while also discussing classical methods. Original derivations are included, building on the foundation of two-body and n-body equations of motion. Orbital determination, coordinate transformations, differential correction, orbital transfer maneuvers, time-of-flight, Kepler and Gauss problems, two-body mechanics for ballistic missile applications, lunar and interplanetary flight, perturbation analysis, integration schemes, and error analysis are covered. Numerous example problems and exercises reinforce the learning process.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 230 x 215 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780486497044
Edition number: nd Edition