Space and Astronautics
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MMME3079 | Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering | 3 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- MMME3079
- School
- Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module aims to introduce Space Missions elements such that the students will have a preliminary idea of what knowledge is required to design a space system. The main topics covered are:
- A brief history of Space Conquest
- The Space Environment and its effects
- Space Missions Elements and Design Phases
- Orbital Mechanics and Orbital Transfer Overview
- Spacecraft Elements ( Structure, EPS, OBDH, AODCS, TT&C, Thermal)
- Space Debris and Trajectory Optimization
As part of the module, students will use a range of software to design and analyse the performance of a space mission. The outcome of the study will be presented and assessed via a report and an exam.
Re-assessment
Students who fail this module overall and are required to complete a re-assessment will be re-assessed by coursework. The re-assessment mark alone will be used to determine whether students satisfy progression requirements.
Target Students
Students must be on one of the Aerospace Engineering courses or other M3 Engineering courses.
Assessment
- 65% Coursework 1: Coursework weight 65%, Pass Mark 40
- 35% Exam 1 (2-hour): ExamSys weight 35%, Pass Mark 40
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to introduce most of the main elements of a space mission such the students have the essential knowledge of what is needed to design a space mission and can perform appropriate basic calculations.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
LO1 - Identify and evaluate the Space environment effects in a space system.
LO2 - Evaluate and identify the Technology Readiness Level of a space technology.
LO3 - Demonstrate understanding and perform calculations relating to basic orbital mechanics.
LO4 - Demonstrate understanding and perform calculations relating to basic satellite elements (power budget, link budget, mass budget, etc.)
LO5 - Demonstrate ability to communicate familiarity with and understanding of the lectured materials
LO6 - Communicate the outcome of an aerospace project in an appropriate and professional written report