Attitude Control and Multimedia Representation of Air Force Institute of Technology's (AFIT's) Simulation Satellite (SIMSAT)

Abstract

This document describes the systematic construction of the AFIT-sponsored program to develop a laboratory-based satellite simulator. The simulation satellite (SIMSAT) system will provide a useful tool for resident staff while teaching attitude control concepts. A brief overview of attitude control theory is provided as well as a discussion of the benefits of multimedia use in education. A detailed discussion of the satellite's components allows the reader to become familiar with each piece of SIMSAT. Software control models are provided as well as a multimedia lesson plan on satellite attitude control. Also included in this document are potential experimental uses in the areas of attitude control, precision pointing, and vibration suppression as well as continued modification of the multimedia presentation capabilities.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADA380275

Entities

People

  • Joseph M. Fulton

Organizations

  • Air Force Institute of Technology

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Angular Momentum
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Attitude Control Systems
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Control Theory
  • Education
  • Graphical User Interface
  • Materials Processing
  • Measurement
  • Spacecraft
  • Structural Components
  • Systems Engineering
  • Three Dimensional

Readers

  • Business Analytics
  • Robotics and Automation.
  • STEM Education

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites
  • Space - Spacecraft Maneuvers