Pisacane V.L. (Ed.) Fundamentals of Space Systems

2nd Edition, Oxford University Press, 2005, 772 pages, ISBN: 978-0195162059This multidisciplinary book on space systems is intended for persons interested in understanding, planning, creating, and managing the design, fabrication, integration, and testing of space instruments and space systems. The reader is assumed to have an undergraduate degree in engineering or physics or the equivalent. Knowledge of calculus, vector analysis, differential equations, and classical and modern physics is assumed. The objective of this book is to provide an introduction to the development of space instrumentation and spacecraft systems and subsystems. This is accomplished by presenting the principles of systems engineering that are necessary to formulate the development process and the salient technical characteristics of the functional subsystems. The topics covered include the principles and applications of the following:Space systems engineering
Near and deep space environments
Astrodynamics
Propulsion, flight mechanics, and launch systems
Attitude determination and control
Space power generation, conditioning, regulation, and distribution
Thermal sources and techniques for thermal balance and protection
Spacecraft configurations and structural design
Up-link, down-link, and cross-link space communications
Spacecraft command, control, and telemetry
On-board data processing and storage
Spacecraft reliability and quality assurance
Subsystem tests, integration, and system-level tests
Mission operationsTopics are covered to the depth that should allow the conceptual design of a space mission to be carried out by making the trade-offs necessary to satisfy a given set of needs or systems requirements. For the uninitiated or the more narrowly focused space specialist, this publication can serve to broaden the perspective and increase the breadth of knowledge of the reader. An understanding of the material should also permit the reader to carry out broader assignments and begin the transition to a career in systems engineering, technical leadership, or managing the development of space systems.Space Systems Engineering
The Space Environment
Astrodynamics
Spacecraft Propulsion, Flight Mechanics, and Launch Systems
Spacecraft Attitude Determination and Control
Space Power Systems
Spacecraft Thermal Control
Spacecraft Configuration and Structural Design
Space Communications
Spacecraft Command and Telemetry
Spacecraft Data Processing
Spacecraft Reliability and Quality Assurance
Spacecraft Integration and Test
Mission OperationsAppendix: Useful Constants