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| SPAT0016-1 | Space mission design, part 1
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| Duration : | 10h Th |
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| Holder(s) : | Jean‑Marc Defise |
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| Language : | French language |
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| Course contents : | Theory: 10 h
This lecture is foreseen for students of the Master in Space Science but also in Aerospace Engineering.
This lecture provides an overview of the different space science missions of the European Space Agency (ESA). It covers the various mission parameters to be taken into account for reaching the scientific objectives. The observing techniques for wavelengths ranging from X to far IR are also briefly exposed. |
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| Course objective : | The aim of this lecture is to provide an overview of the context and the environment in which a scientific investigator has to work when he/she is responsible of a space instrument or a space mission. |
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| Prerequisites : | Bachelor in science or engineering |
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| Organization : | 3 to 4 lectures (total 10 h) during the first semester |
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| Written notes : | An electronic copy (pdf) of the slides is provided.
Reference books:
Space Mission Analysis and Design, W.L. Larson & J.R. Wertz, Microcosm & Kluwer Ed.
L'observation en astrophysique, Pierre Lena & Daniel Rouand, CNRS Editions. |
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| Assessment : | An oral exam is organized in January of May/June. |
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| Contacts : | Professor: Jean-Marc Defise
Centre Spatial de Liège
(Bat B29)
Liege Science park
Avenue Pré Aily
4031 Angleur
Tel: 04-367.66.68
email: jmdefise@ulg.ac.be |
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| Remarks : | This lecture is a prerequisite for SPAT0016-2 |
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