Space Trajectory Analysis

The SPA (Space Trajectory Analysis) software suite has been designed as a research tool that can aid the analysis phase of a space mission. With this software suite, users can carry out an extensive analysis, simulation, and visualization of various space trajectories, such as ascent, re-entry, interplanetary trajectories, descent and landing trajectories, orbits around planets and moons, rendezvous trajectories, etc.

One of the primary goals of STA is to foster the exchange of technical ideas and elevate knowledge and competence in the areas of applied mathematics, space engineering, and informatics. With this software, users can perform calculations in spacecraft tracking, attitude analysis, coverage and visibility analysis, orbit determination, position and velocity of solar system bodies, and much more.

STA incorporates the concept of "space scenario," which is comprised of solar system bodies, spacecraft, ground stations, pads, and other objects. The software can propagate the orbit of a spacecraft, including the use of orbital propagators. Additionally, STA can compute communication links between objects of a scenario, such as coverage and line of sight. Users have access to a 2D and 3D representation of the trajectory computations and relationship between objects, making it easier to understand and visualize the data.

Overall, the sophisticated features of SPA software suite make it an excellent research tool for a space mission, facilitating complex calculations, simulations, and visualizations for a wide range of trajectories. The software is easy to use and helps in elevating technical expertise in space engineering, mathematics, and informatics.