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Visualizing CubeSat Dynamics: Progress on My MEng Project
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As part of my ongoing MEng project, “Designing a Generic Digital Twin for a Cubesat”, I’ve developed an initial MATLAB-based simulation to visualize the dynamics of a CubeSat undergoing detumbling - representing significant progress in my role as the ADCS lead. This post outlines the current progress, simulation results, and the next steps to refine the model.
Simplifying Jupyter Books Creation: A Windows Users Guide
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Over the summer in addition to personal research, I have been working as an active contributor to both a spacecraft dynamics textbook and a computational dynamics textbook created using Jupyter Books to complement modules taught at the Queen Mary University of London. As our project continues to evolve, we’ve recognized the need for a streamlined process to build and preview Jupyter Books locally on Windows machines. This capability is crucial for our team members to review their contributions before submitting pull requests on GitHub. To address this need, I’ve developed a comprehensive tutorial that walks through the process step-by-step.
Update on progress; impulse vs non-impulse simulation
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Building upon my prior work using the Clohessy-Wiltshire equations to create a trajectory simulation for a target and chaser satellite (as discussed in blog post 2), the next step was to utilize and develop this code to compare the effects of impulsive and non-impulsive manoeuvres modelling. This somewhat spiralled into me writing a short paper to summarise my work (still in progress but attached to this post nonetheless).
What if? (Its a book not a question)
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On and off over the past few months I’ve been reading ‘What if?’ by Randall Monroe. Since the book is so popular it feels almost pointless to explain it, but I will just in case. The premise centres around providing logical, scientific solutions to absurd questions, think things like: ‘What would happen if you tried to hit a baseball pitched at 90% the speed of light?’. These topics are covered in a way to keep the reader engaged, using humour while still actually answering the question somewhat accurately.
Clohessy–Wiltshire Simulation
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The initial goal was to create a code snippet that to simulate the collisions between two objects in LEO, making use of the hill clohessy equations for relative motion. This is to be used to simulate the collision between the robotic arms and any debris it may want to capture. In addition, it could be used to estimate the required force needed to push the debris out of orbit. A final use could be to simulate rendezvous with the target.
First Post
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This is just a test blog post for getting used to using this new site and git in general. This site is based on the academic pages student template.
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Current Projects: CubeSat Control Systems and BEXUS Proposal
A showcase of my ongoing satellite control systems projects as well as my role in an internationally backed BEXUS proposal.
Modelling and Simulation of a Strapped-Down Inertial Measuring Unit (IMU)
Developing a SIMULINK model to simulate the navigation equations of a strapped-down IMU and assess flight vehicle navigation principles.
Finite Element Analysis of Frame Section from ESCARGO BEXUS Gondola
Using ABAQUS for static analysis of the ESCARGO frame, a critical structural component in ESA’s BEXUS program.
Mission Planning and Risk Assessment for the Disposal of an LEO Satellite
Participating in the ESA Space Debris Training Course, focusing on sustainable disposal strategies for the Sentinel 2c satellite.
Textbook Development: Dynamics in Computational Spacecraft and Symbolic Dynamics
Collaborating on comprehensive textbooks aimed at advancing knowledge in dynamics for aerospace applications.
Dissertation Project: On-orbit Satellite Refuelling System
Exploring the design and simulation of an on-orbit refuelling system to extend satellite lifetimes in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
Interplanetary Orbit Transfers for Comet Interceptor Mission
This coursework for EMS610 focuses on designing the Comet Interceptor mission, utilising the Patched Conic Method for interplanetary orbit transfers and manoeuvres around the Sun-Earth L2 point.
Torsion in Multi-cell Box Beam
A detailed study on the torsional behaviour of a multi-cell box beam structure, comparing shear flow and shear centre calculations from both hand calculations and FEM analysis using Abaqus.
CFD Analysis of Mesh Refinement and Accuracy for Compressor Stator Blade Simulation
Using STAR CCM+ to analyze inviscid flow over a compressor stator blade, examining the impact of mesh refinement and order on simulation accuracy.
Control Experiment on Water-Level Control of a Water Tank
Exploring the use of PID controllers in a water level control system through open and closed-loop experiments, conducted as part of EMS507.
Noise Mitigation in Passenger Tyres
A project focused on designing a noise-reducing tyre for passenger vehicles, presented to industry experts from Aston Martin F1.