Session
Technical Session V: Operations and Mission Planning
Abstract
Recent developments in the area of small satellites and small expendable launch vehicles have resulted in a need for mission planning and analysis tools and for supporting payload operations functions. Past experience in planning and replanning of Space Transportation System (STS) primary and secondary payloads has provided a basis for addressing small satellite projects. This paper presents a discussion of how the Flight Design System and related programs can be used for long range mission planning and near real time replanning to achieve small satellite payload objectives.
Mission Planning and Operations for Small Payloads using the Flight Design System
Recent developments in the area of small satellites and small expendable launch vehicles have resulted in a need for mission planning and analysis tools and for supporting payload operations functions. Past experience in planning and replanning of Space Transportation System (STS) primary and secondary payloads has provided a basis for addressing small satellite projects. This paper presents a discussion of how the Flight Design System and related programs can be used for long range mission planning and near real time replanning to achieve small satellite payload objectives.
