Carleton University · AERO 3240

Orbital Mechanics

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Review of translational kinematics and dynamics. Keplerian two-body problem: Kepler's laws, orbital elements, orbit determination. Orbital perturbations: oblateness of the Earth, atmospheric drag. Orbital maneuvers and interplanetary flights. Advanced topics.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): MAAE 2101 .

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): MAAE 2101 .
  • Lectures three hours per week, tutorial one hour per week.
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Review of translational kinematics and dynamics. Keplerian two-body problem: Kepler's laws, orbital elements, orbit determination. Orbital perturbations: oblateness of the Earth, atmospheric drag. Orbital maneuvers and interplanetary flights. Advanced topics.

  • Prerequisite(s): MAAE 2101 .
  • Lectures three hours per week, tutorial one hour per week.

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