Tutorials

List of Tutorials

• Tutorial 01: Introduction to OpenGNC
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • Core Modules
• Tutorial 02: Coordinate Systems & Frame Transformations
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • 1. ECI to ECEF Conversion
  • 2. ECI to LVLH Transformation (DCM)
  • 3. Geodetic Coordinates (LLH)
• Tutorial 03: State Vectors & Orbital Elements
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • 1. State Vector to Keplerian (COE)
  • 2. Equinoctial elements Conversion
  • 3. TLE Interface & SGP4 Propagator
• Tutorial 04: EGM2008 & Mass Gravity Models
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • 1. Comparing Gravity Accelerations
  • 2. Dynamic Impact: Orbit Precession
  • 3. Visualization
• Tutorial 05: Comparison: Cowell vs Encke
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • 1. Setup Simulation Environment
  • 2. Cowell Propagation Benchmarking
  • 3. Encke Propagation Benchmarking
  • 4. Comparison Summary
• Tutorial 06: Environmental Perturbations
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • 1. Atmospheric Drag & Density
  • 2. Solar Radiation Pressure (SRP)
  • 3. Third-Body Gravity
  • 4. Total Disturbance Propagation
• Tutorial 07: Initial Orbit Determination and Lambert’s Problem
  • 1. Initial Orbit Determination (IOD)
  • Theory Prerequisites
  • 2. Lambert’s Problem
• Tutorial 08: Sensor Artifacts & Biases
  • 1. Sensor Error Models
  • 2. IMU (Accelerometer & Gyroscope)
  • 3. Magnetometer Calibration
  • 4. Sun Sensor
• Tutorial 09: Linear Kalman Filter and EKF Setup
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite: Linear Kalman Filter
  • 2. Theory Prerequisite: Extended Kalman Filter
• Tutorial 10: Multiplicative Extended Kalman Filter (MEKF)
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite: MEKF Formulation
• Tutorial 11: Unscented Kalman Filter (UKF)
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite: Unscented Transform
• Tutorial 12: Analytical Orbital Maneuvers
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite
  • 2. Demonstration: Hohmann vs Bi-Elliptic
  • 3. Plane Change Maneuver
• Tutorial 13: Rendezvous & CW Equation Tracking
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite
  • 2. Demonstration: Clohessy-Wiltshire Propagation
  • 3. CW Targeting (Rendezvous)
  • 4. Lambert Solver Targeting
• Tutorial 14: Indirect & Direct Collocation Optimal Control
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite
  • 2. Demonstration: Indirect Optimal Guidance (BVP)
  • 3. Demonstration: Direct Collocation Guidance
• Tutorial 15: Reaction Wheel & Magnetorquer Slew Control
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite
  • 2. Demonstration: B-Dot Detumbling Simulation
  • 3. Demonstration: PID Slew Maneuver
• Tutorial 16: Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR)
  • 1. Theory Prerequisite
  • 2. Demonstration: Sensor Fault Isolation (Parity Space)
  • 3. Demonstration: Actuator Failure Accommodation
  • 4. Demonstration: Safe Mode Transition Logic
• Tutorial 17: Full CubeSat Spacecraft End-to-End (E2E) Simulator
  • 1. Simulation Architecture
  • 2. Defining Components for E2E
  • 3. Running the E2E Mission Simulator
• Tutorial 18: Monte Carlo Verification
  • 1. Overview
  • 2. Running a Monte Carlo Simulation
  • 3. Statistical Analysis & Verification
  • 4. Verification Suite Tool
• Tutorial 19: Entry, Descent, and Landing (EDL)
  • 1. Ballistic Entry Dynamics
  • 2. Aerodynamic Heating and G-Loads
• Tutorial 20: SSA and Conjunction Assessment
  • 1. Conjunction Assessment
  • 2. Collision Avoidance Maneuver (COLA)
• Tutorial 21: Ground Segment and CCSDS
  • 1. CCSDS Space Packet
  • 2. Telemetry Decommutation