Research interests include leveraging dynamical systems techniques to explore multi-body systems, thereby enabling rapid and well-informed trajectory design and optimization for both large spacecraft and small satellites, as well as the analysis of natural celestial bodies.
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Spacecraft Trajectory Design and Optimization, Dynamical Systems Theory, Mission Design, CubeSats
ASEN 3200 - Orbital Mechanics/Attitude Dynamics and Control
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2019 / Spring 2020
Presents the fundamentals of orbital mechanics, 3D rigid body dynamics and satellite attitude dynamics and controls. Offered spring only.
ASEN 5050 - Space Flight Dynamics
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Fall 2018 / Fall 2019
Includes celestial mechanics, space navigation, and orbit determination; trajectory design and mission analysis trajectory requirements; and orbital transfer and rendezvous. Recommended prerequisite: ASEN 3200 or equivalent or instructor consent required.
