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MECH 519 - Aerospace Vehicles Trajectory and Performance

  • 3 credits
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Trajectory modeling physics and philosophy.  Implementation of theories to create and optimize trajectories using state of the art industry software.  Launch vehicle conceptual design, sizing, optimal staging, mission design, definition of margins, and prediction of mission losses.  Development of rapid analysis tools and student launch vehicle design final project.

Prerequisite

MATH 340 (Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations Mathematics); PH 142-Physics for Scientists and Engineers II (GT-SC1); Credit not allowed for both MECH 519 and MECH 580B4. or Restrictions: Graduate (GR)

Textbooks and Materials

Please check the CSU Bookstore for textbook information. Textbook listings are available at the CSU Bookstore about 3 weeks prior to the start of the term.

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