Introduction to Space FlightFor introductory course in space flight dynamics. A self-contained, integrated introduction to the performance aspects of flight -- how to get into space, how to get around in space, and how to return to Earth or land on another planet (as opposed to specialized areas of life support, guidance and control, or communications). |
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INTRODUCTION | 1 |
GEOCENTRIC ORBITS AND TRAJECTORIES | 28 |
TIME OF FLIGHT | 58 |
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