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Proceedings of the XXth International Astronautical Congress
Selected Papers
- 1st Edition - October 22, 2013
- Editors: P. Contensou, G. N. Duboshin, W. F. Hilton
- Language: English
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 4 8 3 1 - 4 6 0 1 - 0
Proceedings of the XXth International Astronautical Congress compiles selected papers presented at the 20th International Astronautical Congress held in Mar del Plata, Argentina in… Read more
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Request a sales quoteProceedings of the XXth International Astronautical Congress compiles selected papers presented at the 20th International Astronautical Congress held in Mar del Plata, Argentina in 1969. This book is divided into five main topics—spacecraft engineering, astrodynamics, astrionics, bioastronautics, and problems of education. In these topics, this compilation specifically discusses the equatorial vibrations of a long flexible boom on a spin-stabilized satellite of non-zero radius; heat transfer to linear bodies in two-dimensional hypersonic low density; and limits of accuracy of general perturbations for satellites moving under constant forces. The rapid optimization of multiple-burn rocket flights; data transmission for planetary studies; and comparison of theoretical and experimental attitude data for the DODGE spacecraft are also elaborated. This text also covers the Apollo life-support and protective systems; bioastronautical aspects of Apollo biomedical operations; and development and applications of hot water rockets. This publication is recommended for astrophysicists and scientists of other disciplines related to astronomy.
Part 1: Spacecraft Engineering
Invited Lecture: Extensions of Apollo
§1.1 Systems Design
The Effect of Environment on the Materials, Structures and Design of Space Vehicles
Equatorial Vibrations of a Long Flexible Boom on a Spin-Stabilized Satellite of Non-Zero Radius
Future Launch Vehicle with Multi-Mission Capability, Using High-Energy Propulsion Systems
Small Astronomy Satellite Thermal Design and Test
Recent Advances in Spacecraft Thermal-Control Materials Research
§1.2 Scientific and Application Satellites
The Orbiting Geophysical Observatories
The Global Photography of the Earth and the Possibilities of Data Interpretation
Orbital Deployment of Very Long Tethered Structures
Delta-A Scientific and Application Satellite Launch Vehicle
Remote Manipulator Spacecraft Systems
Flight Research Operations in the BOMEX Project Based on Real-Time Synchronous Satellite Information
Synthesis of Requirement for Advanced Earth Resources Sensors
Multispectral Discrimination of Possible Martian Surface Constituents
Determination of Orbit and Attitude of Artificial Satellites of Planets and Some Gravity and Astronomical Constants from Earth-Based Radio Doppler and Orbital Photogrammetric Observations
§1.3 Propulsion Systems
Advanced Propulsion Systems for Space Flight
Status of the Nuclear Rocket Propulsion Program
Propulsion d'engins Spatiaux au Moyen d'un Réacteur Nucléaire de Faible Puissance
Theory of Accelerated Rocket Nozzles
Comparison of the Potentialities of Various Electric Propulsion Systems
Orientations Retenues dans le Developpements de la Propulsion Ionique et Objectifs Actuels d'application
Propulseurs Hybrides à Fragmentation de Combustible Solide
Thermoelectric Generators for Deep Space Application
Power Systems for Permanent Lunar Stations
Design Considerations for a Supersonic Combustion Facility and Discussion of Pertinent Research Areas
Scientific Results Obtained in the Flight of the Automatic Ionospheric Laboratories Yantar (in Russian with English Summary)
§1.4 Re-Entry Problems
Prediction of Thermal Fluxes to Very Blunt Planetary Entry Vehicles by the Integral Method
Heat Transfer to Linear Bodies in Two-Dimensional Hypersonic Low Density Flow
Part 2: Astrodynamics
§2.1 Flight Trajectories
On the Helicoid Precession: Its Stability and an Application to a Re-Entry Problem
Interstellar Drag and Its Effect on Minimum-Time, Acceleration-Limited Relativistic Rocket Trajectories
A Universal, Singularity-Free Determination of an Orbit for Two Positions and Time Interval
Limits of Accuracy of General Perturbations for Satellites Moving Under Constant Forces
Optimum Strategy Selection for Orbit Determination
§2.2 Motion Around the Center of Gravity
Effect of Atmosphere on Attitude Dynamics of Axi-Symmetric Satellites
Attitude Dynamics of Slowly Spinning Axi-Symmetric Satellites Under the Influence of Gravity Gradient Torques
§2.3 Optimization
Optimal Control for Synergetic Plane Change
Analytical Solutions of a Class of Optimum Orbit Modifications
Rapid Optimization of Multiple-Burn Rocket Flights
Part 3: Astrionics
§3.1 Trajectory Control
An Analytical Approach for Determining an Approximately Optimal Control and an Explicit Closed Loop Guidance Strategy
Computers and Astronautics: Current and Future Trends and Some Implications
Data Transmission for Planetary Studies
§3.2 Attitude Control
The Mariner Spacecraft Star Tracker
Mariner IV Revisited, or the Tale of the Ancient Mariner
Comparison of Theoretical and Experimental Attitude Data for the DODGE Spacecraft
Dispositif de Contrôle d'attitude Cassiopée: Premiers Essais en Vol
Part 4: Bioastronautics
Apollo Life-Support and Protective Systems
Zero-Gravity Testing of a Waste Management System
Biological Life-Support System Containing Lower and Higher Plants (in Russian)
Bioastronautical Aspects of Apollo Biomedical Operations
Some Results of Experiments with Plant Objects Exposed Aboard the Zond-5 Probe
Simulated Weightlessness Conditions in Animal Development
Part 5: Problems of Education
§5.1 Education Via Satellites
Broadcasting from Space—Closer to Reality 1969
Meghdoot—the Cloud-Messenger
Some Aspects of a Satellite Educational System for Argentina and South America
Television Distribution by Satellite for Education and Other Purposes
§5.2 Safety in Youth Rocket Experiment (SYRE)
La Fusée Sonde Vera 15
Le Problème de la Securité des Lancements de Fusées par des Clubs de Jeunes en France
Youth Rocket Activities in Sweden
Hot Water Rockets, Development and Applications
Editor's Note
- No. of pages: 998
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 22, 2013
- Imprint: Pergamon
- eBook ISBN: 9781483146010