Classical Mechanics Numerical Calculus

By the end of the course, students should be able to: - Solve the necessary maneuvers for the most common orbital changes in space missions. - Understand the effect of perturbations in the space environment and their potential use in the design of application orbits. - Apply the acquired knowledge to provide original solutions in the development and/or application of ideas, often in a research context. - Apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study. - Integrate knowledge and deal with the complexity of making judgments based on incomplete or limited information, including reflections on the social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments. - Communicate their conclusions, as well as the knowledge and reasoning behind them, to both specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous manner. - Develop learning skills that enable them to continue studying in a largely self-directed or autonomous way.

1 Two-body problem: basic relations, orbital elements, basic orbit types. 2 Orbital perturbations: J2, drag, 3bp, srp. Sun-synchronicity 3 Orbital maneuvers: impulsive and continuous with high and low thrust. 4 Groundtrack analysis and coverage performance 5 Single-satellite missions: orbit analysis and selection. 6 Multi-satellite missions: constellation design and formation flying (relative motion). 7 Orbit determination.

FORMATIVE ACTIVITIES AF1 - Theoretical class AF2 - Practical class AF3 - Practice in a computer lab AF4 - Student¿s independent work at home AF5 - Tutoring sessions AF6 - Midterm and final exams TEACHING METHODOLOGIES MD1 - Lectures given by the professor with the support of IT and audiovisual media, where the main concepts of the subject are developed, and bibliographic resources are provided to complement students¿ learning. 60% of the theoretical classes (AF1) follow the MD1 methodology. MD2 - Critical reading of texts recommended by the professor, including newspaper articles, reports, manuals, and/or academic papers, either for later discussion in class or to broaden and consolidate knowledge of the subject. Additional materials, such as scientific papers and specialized press articles related to the subject, are available to students on Aula Global. MD3 - Solving case studies, problems, etc. proposed by the professor individually or in groups, either in class or at home. Practical classes AF2 and AF3 and independent work at home AF4 follow the MD3 methodology. Continuous assessment is linked to this independent work. MD4 - Presentation and discussion in class, moderated by the professor, of topics related to the subject content, as well as case studies. MD5 - Preparation of assignments and reports individually or in groups. Tutoring sessions are conducted during the office hours published on Aula Global, with prior appointment arranged via email.