Project ORION Microcomputer Management System

Abstract

This thesis describes the development of a microcomputer project management system for the Space Systems Academic Group (SSAG) at the Naval Postgraduate School. The focus of the paper is on system requirements and implementation to manage Project ORION. Project ORION is a high technology mini- satellite venture under direction of the SSAG. It involves the design, procurement, fabrication and testing of the satellite in the planning, scheduling and controlling phases of project management. Conclusions define key factors important in the implementation process such as organizational responsibilities, quantification of planning detail, personnel training and operating procedures. Keywords: Commercial software; Critical path method (CPM), Gantt chart.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA212945

Entities

People

  • Richard B. Darden

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Fabrication
  • Gantt Charts
  • Mainframe Computers
  • Management Personnel
  • Minisatellites
  • Operating Systems
  • Personal Computers
  • Pert
  • Project Management
  • Space Systems
  • Training

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Computer Science.
  • Organizational Process Management (OPM).
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites