SSE 210 Spacecraft Mechanical Systems
(2-2-3) This course provides the student with a first look at computer-assisted development of space vehicle structural and mechanical systems. The course will address fundamental issues of how to build spacecraft: designing structures for space and selecting optimal building materials. The response of space structures to the extreme thermal conditions, vibration environment during launch, response to the space radiation and vacuum environments will be considered. Students will develop skills in SolidWorks, parametric 3-D modeling, machined components design and machine tooling.
Corequisite
SSE 210L