Masters Theses
Abstract
"The University of Missouri-Rolla is currently working on development of its first satellite project. The project involves the design and construction of two satellites to demonstrate close formation flying while tethered together and untethered. To meet the mission objectives, the larger satellite will require an onboard propulsion system. The system will serve two purposes: three-axis attitude control and orbital maneuvering...The main objective of the prototype system is to verify that a functional system can be built for a reasonable cost. It will also allow the onboard computer subsystem to begin developing command algorithms to activate the thrusters when desired"--Abstract, page iii.
Advisor(s)
Pernicka, Henry J.
Committee Member(s)
Riggins, David W.
Wilkerson, Ralph W.
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Degree Name
M.S. in Aerospace Engineering
Publisher
University of Missouri--Rolla
Publication Date
Fall 2004
Pagination
viii, 58 pages
Note about bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 56-57)
Rights
© 2004 Jason Michael Koszola, All rights reserved.
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted Access
File Type
text
Language
English
Subject Headings
Tethered satellites
Space vehicles -- Propulsion systems -- Design and construction
Microspacecraft
Thesis Number
T 8675
Print OCLC #
62466349
Recommended Citation
Koszola, Jason Michael, "Designing a low-cost propulsion system for microsatellites" (2004). Masters Theses. 3700.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/3700
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