Orbital Mechanics Course
Gain expertise in orbital mechanics for practical missions. Master two-body dynamics, Hohmann and bi-elliptic transfers, delta-v budgeting, perturbations like J2 and drag, plus coverage analysis to create efficient, physics-based orbits and manoeuvre plans confidently. This course equips you with step-by-step methods and reliable tools for real-world applications.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course on orbital mechanics provides practical skills to design and analyse missions. You will learn Keplerian elements, two-body dynamics, efficient Hohmann and bi-elliptic transfers with precise delta-v calculations, handling perturbations including J2 effects and drag, sun-synchronous orbits, coverage and revisit analysis, using step-by-step approaches with trusted constants, data, and basic numerical scripts.
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Develop skills
- Design orbital transfers: plan Hohmann, bi-elliptic, and plane-change manoeuvres quickly.
- Manage delta-v budgets: calculate burns, margins, and staging for actual mission profiles.
- Model perturbations: include J2, drag, SRP, and third-body effects effectively.
- Analyse ground-track and coverage: forecast passes, revisit times, and sensor footprints.
- Develop orbit analysis tools: create simple scripts for propagation, period, and delta-v checks.
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