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Genetic Algorithms for Optimal System Design
The inspiration for Genetic Algorithms (GAs) comes directly from nature, specifically from the process of evolution and natural...
Yajur Kumar
Sep 16, 2024
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Attitude Determination Algorithms in Satellite Technology: Analysis with Numerical Examples
The accurate determination of a satellite's attitude, which refers to its orientation in space, is crucial for the success of its...
Yajur Kumar
Dec 28, 2023
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Fault Detection and Recovery in Satellite AOCS: Ensuring Resilience in Space
Satellites, the silent sentinels of our planet and beyond, are crucial for a myriad of applications ranging from communications to Earth...
Yajur Kumar
Dec 24, 2023
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Batteries: The Satellite Powerhouses
Satellites, the celestial marvels orbiting our planet and beyond, are powered by an unseen yet crucial component – their batteries. These...
Yajur Kumar
Dec 14, 2023
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Satellite Constellation Guidance and Strategies: A Comprehensive Overview
Satellite constellations represent a significant leap forward in our ability to communicate, navigate, and observe the Earth. These...
Yajur Kumar
Dec 9, 2023
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A Primer on Cubesats
CubeSats are a class of nanosatellites, defined by their standardized size units (U), where 1U is a cube of 10cm x 10cm x 10cm. Initially...
Yajur Kumar
Nov 27, 2023
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Sensor Selection for Dynamic Pointing Satellites: Precision, Slew Rate, and Mission-Specific Needs
In the satellite technology, the precision and agility of a satellite's attitude control system—responsible for orienting the satellite...
Yajur Kumar
Nov 26, 2023
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Aditya L1: India's Eye on the Sun and Why It Matters
Launched today, i.e., on September 2, 2023, the Aditya L1 spacecraft is not merely another milestone in India's rich history of space...
Yajur Kumar
Sep 2, 2023
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The Alpha Particle X-Ray Spectrometer (APXS): An In-Depth Guide
One of the payloads onboard the rover Pragyaan of Chandrayaan-3 mission is the Alpha Particle X-Ray Spectrometer. The Alpha Particle...
Yajur Kumar
Aug 26, 2023
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Various Connectors in Satellite Hardware: A Detailed Overview
Satellite hardware often use connectors that are robust, reliable, and suitable for the harsh environment of space. These connectors need...
Yajur Kumar
Aug 23, 2023
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Bend it Like Satellites: Unraveling the Intricacies of Flexibility in Satellite Dynamics
As we venture into the intricacies of satellite dynamics, there's a whole lot more to satellites than meets the eye. Often, we tend to...
Yajur Kumar
Jun 7, 2023
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Attitude and Orbit Control System (AOCS) Modes: The Many Hats a Spacecraft Wears
The Attitude and Orbit Control System (AOCS) of a spacecraft is like its personal autopilot and guide. Just like a pilot navigating...
Yajur Kumar
Jun 1, 2023
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Understanding Sliding Mode Control: A Simplified Approach with Real Life Examples
Let's imagine this: you're driving on an icy road, and whoops! Your car begins to slide. It's a bit scary, right? But what do you do? You...
Yajur Kumar
May 28, 2023
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Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control System or AOCS in a Nutshell
Do you wonder how satellites stay on their course? Well, the answer lies within something known as the "Attitude and Orbit Control...
Yajur Kumar
May 28, 2023
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Spinning in Space: Exploring Reaction Wheel Configurations and the Math Behind Them
Reaction wheels are one of the many actuators used in the satellites which provides orientation control using angular momentum. Let's dig...
Yajur Kumar
May 15, 2023
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Polynomial Guidance in Spacecraft: A Simplified Perspective
Explore the concept of Polynomial Guidance used in space and aeronautics technology for vehicle navigation.
Yajur Kumar
May 13, 2023
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