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The module introduces Systems Engineering and Probability and Statistics to aerospace engineering students, and covers aspects of systems engineering, aircraft fluid systems, aircraft electrical and electronics systems, aircraft flight control systems, sustainability, cyber-physical security, maintenance and reliability, probability and statistics theory, hypothesis testing, machine learning and artificial intelligence.
The module aims to develop fundamental research skills. It comprises the development of supervised research work leading to a dissertation in the field of the Master's degree programme. The specific research topic will be chosen by the student following consultation with academic staff.
This module is separated into 2 main portions, first part the Space Launch Systems and Technologies and second part, In-Orbit Space Systems and Technologies. The Space Launch Systems and Technology module part provides students with an introduction to the process and methods required to design space access systems. It will cover propulsion systems, aerodynamics, mission design and trajectory analysis. This part covers conventional vertical launch systems and spaceplanes. These include both the mathematical underpinning of the design of such systems, and extensive examples from the real world. In addition ¿ students will be involved in practical aspects of testing launch vehicle concept through laboratory exercise. This in-orbit portion aims to develop students understanding of how the Space Environment is utilised, both for business and exploration. It is designed to extend knowledge of space system design and life cycle, the near-Earth environment, as well as to introduce human spaceflight and exploration. The content includes: ¿ Life cycle modelling ¿ Space system design philosophy ¿ Space regulation frameworks and organisations ¿ Orientation Tracking ¿ Satellite design life cycle ¿ Scientific and novel commercial missions ¿ Manned Spaceflight