Attitude Control with Momentum Exchange Devices
This course is part of Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control.
Course Cost
Free course
Advanced
Skill Level
43 Hours
Self-paced lessons
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
What you'll learn
Develop spacecraft equations of motion with momentum exchange devices
Master complex spacecraft simulation techniques
Implement nonlinear attitude feedback control
Exploit momentum device null motion
Optimize spacecraft control systems
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
12.8 Hours PreRecorded video
46 quizzes
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on nonlinear attitude feedback control using various angular momentum devices. Students learn to develop equations of motion for spacecraft with momentum exchange devices including reaction wheels, control momentum gyroscopes, and variable speed control moment gyroscopes. The course covers complex spacecraft simulation development, debugging techniques, and the use of null motion to avoid singularities and gimbal lock. Advanced topics include work/energy theorem application and redundancy exploitation for control solutions.
Revisiting Basics of Spacecraft Kinematics
Module 1 · 4 Hours to complete
Revisiting Basics of Spacecraft Kinetics
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Revisiting the Basics of Nonlinear Spacecraft Control
Module 3 · 7 Hours to complete
VSCMG Dynamics
Module 4 · 14 Hours to complete
Momentum Based 3-Axis Attitude Control
Module 5 · 15 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control
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