AME 524 - Introduction to Space Technologies

Institution:

University of Arizona

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Description:

Description: The Space Environment: Rarefied gases/plasmas/ions, microgravity, radiation(s), free molecule flow and drag on bodies. Introduction to orbital mechanics. Resource utilization in deep space. Space transportation, spacecraft thermal design, automation and robotics, communications, space power, space structures; newer technologies such as muscle wires and nanosystems. Graduate-level requirements include additional term papers and extra questions on exams. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Credit for: 1.5 units engineering design. May be convened with: A ME 424. Usually offered: Fall.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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