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Orbital Mechanics 101

A first course in astrodynamics. Work through Kepler, orbital elements, delta-v budgets, Hohmann transfers, station-keeping and rendezvous with real numbers and built-in calculators.

Lessons (6)

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Kepler's Laws
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The Six Orbital Elements
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3
Delta-v Budgets
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4
Hohmann Transfers
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Station-Keeping
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Rendezvous & Proximity Operations
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