University of Alabama
This course covers concepts in space and atmospheric flight mechanics. Space flight mechanics covers material regarding Keplerian orbits and orbital maneuvers as well as rocket-powered launch and re-entry performance. Atmospheric flight mechanics covers material regarding straight-and-level, climbing, descending, gliding, and turning flight as well as range, endurance, takeoff, and landing performance for piston and jet- powered airplanes.
3 credits
AEM 368
Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one
Complete these courses before enrolling
Courses that require this course as a prerequisite
Aerospace Engineering Honors Special Problems - II SP, UH
Aerospace Engineering Honors Special Problems - I SP, UH
Space Law
Space Environment
Space Systems
Orbital Mechanics
Flight Dynamics & Control
Spacecraft Dynamics and Control
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems
Integrated Aerospace Design I
Integrated Aerospace Design I
