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Yajur Kumar
Sep 16, 2024
Genetic Algorithms for Optimal System Design
The inspiration for Genetic Algorithms (GAs) comes directly from nature, specifically from the process of evolution and natural...
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Yajur Kumar
Dec 28, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Dec 24, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Dec 14, 2023
Batteries: The Satellite Powerhouses
Satellites, the celestial marvels orbiting our planet and beyond, are powered by an unseen yet crucial component – their batteries. These...
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Yajur Kumar
Dec 9, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Nov 27, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Nov 26, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Sep 2, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Aug 26, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Aug 23, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Jun 7, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
Jun 1, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
May 28, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
May 28, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
May 15, 2023
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...
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Yajur Kumar
May 13, 2023
Polynomial Guidance in Spacecraft: A Simplified Perspective
Explore the concept of Polynomial Guidance used in space and aeronautics technology for vehicle navigation.
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