Browsing by Author "Bowling, Tom"

Browsing by Author "Bowling, Tom"

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  • Performance comparison of reusable launch vehicles 
    Ayre, Mark; Bowling, Tom (Cranfield University; School of Engineering, 2005-06-27)
    A parameterised generic launch vehicle design is subjected to performance evaluation using the ORBITER model which is capable of optimising both the design and trajectory of the vehicle. The launcher initial mass, flight ...
  • Systems design and control of a freeflying space robotic manipulator system (ATLAS) for in-orbit satellite servicing operations 
    Ellery, Alexander (1996-08-02)
    This thesis is concerned with a freeflyer robotic spacecraft for in-orbit satellite servicing employing a dedicated attitude control system, ATLAS (Advanced TeLerobotic Actuation System). It adopts a unique control system ...
  • A Unified framework for spacecraft operations 
    Verrier, David (Cranfield UniversitySchool of Engineering, College of Aeronautics, 2001-04)
    This work analyses the current state of the art in the Spacecraft Operations domain. It reviews the structure and practices within the European space industry and shows how the industry is generally shaped by national or ...