16.892
Space System Architecture and Design
Fall 2004
Topics
- Space Systems and Definitions
- Classic Solutions
- Introduction to MATE
- Applied Utility Theory
- Modeling and Exploring the Tradespace
- Integrated Concurrent Engineering
- Examples - XTOS and SPACETUG and MATE-CON Simulation
- Efficient Searches of Tradespaces
- Uncertainty and Risk
- Flexibility for Space Systems I
- Flexibility for Space Systems II
- Policy Issues in Space System Architectures
Readings
- Maier on Systems Architecture: Maier, Mark W., and Eberhardt Rechtin. The Art of Systems Architecting . Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 2002, chapters 1 and 2. ISBN: 0849304407.
- Clark on Networks: Clark, David D. “The Nature of Network Architecture.” NewArch: Future Generation Internet Architecture, DARPA grant F30602-00-2-0553 (2004): Section 2.
- Iridium Trades: Garrison, T. P., M. Ince, J. Pizzicaroli, and P. A. Swan. “System Engineering Trades for the IRIDIUM Constellation.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 34, no. 5 (1997): 675-680.
- Wertz, James R., and Wiley J. Larson. Space Mission Analysis and Design . Boston, MA: Kluwer Academic Publishers, 1999, chapters 1-4. ISBN: 1881883108.
- Lillie, Charles F., Michael J. Wehner, and Tom Fitzgerald. “Multidiscipline Design as Applied to Space.” AIAA Paper, 1998.
- de Neufville, Richard. Applied Systems Analysis: Engineering Planning and Technology Management . New York, NY: McGraw-Hill, 1990, chapters 18-21. ISBN: 0070163723.
- Gumbert, C. C., M. D. Violet, D. E. Hastings, W. M. Hollister, and R. R. Lovel. “Cost per Billable Minute Metric for Comparing Satellite Systems.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 34, no. 6 (1997): 837-846.
- Shaw, G. M., D. W. Miller, and D. E. Hastings. “Development of the Quantitative Generalized Information Network Analysis (GINA) Methodology for Satellite Systems.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 38, no. 2 (2001): 257-269.
- Belegundu, A. D., E. Halberg, M. A. Yukish, and T. W. Simpson. “Attribute-Based Multidisciplinary Optimization of Undersea Vehicles.” AIAA Paper 2000-4865, 8th AIAA/USAF/NASA/ISSMO Symposium on Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization , Long Beach, CA. September 2000.
- Stump, G., T. W. Simpson, M. Yukish, and L. Bennett. “Multidimensional Visualization and its Application to a Design-by-Shopping Paradigm.” AIAA Paper 2002-5622, 9th AIAA/ISSMO Symposium on Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization , Atlanta, GA. September 2002.
- Larson, W. J., and J. R. Wertz. Space Mission Analysis and Design . 3rd ed. El Segundo, CA: Microcosm Press, 1999, chapter 11. (In particular.)
- Budianto, I. A., and J. R. Olds. “A Collaborative Optimization Approach to Design and Deployment of a Space-Based Infrared System Constellation.” 2000 IEEE Aerospace Conference Proceedings. Vol. 1. Big Sky, Montana, March 2000, pp. 385-393.
- Owens, J. M., and M. B. Johnson. “Interplanetary Small Mission Studies.” 2001 IEEE Aerospace Conference Proceedings. Vol. 1. Big Sky, Montana, March 2001, pp. 409-422.
- Neff, J., and S. P. Presley. “Implementing a Collaborative Conceptual Design System: The Human Element is the Most Powerful Part of the System.” 2000 IEEE Aerospace Conference Proceedings. Vol. 1. Big Sky, Montana, March 2000, pp. 341-353.
- Aguilar, J. A., and A. Dawdy. “Scope vs. Detail: The Teams of the Concept Design Center.” 2000 IEEE Aerospace Conference Proceedings. Vol. 1. Big Sky, Montana, March 2000, pp. 465-482. Parkin, K., J. Sercel, M. Liu, and D. Thunnissen. “ICEMaker: An Excel-Based Environment for Collaborative Design.” 2003 IEEE Aerospace Conference Proceedings. Big Sky, Montana, March 2003.
- All system examples: McManus, Hugh L., Daniel E. Hastings, and Joyce M. Warmkessel. “New Methods for Rapid Architecture Selection and Conceptual Design.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 41, no. 1 (Jan-Feb 2004): 10-19.
- ATOS description: McManus, Hugh L., and Joyce M. Warmkessel. “New Methods for Rapid Architecture Selection and Conceptual Design.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 41, no. 1 (Jan-Feb 2004): 69-74.
- BTOS description: Warmkessel, J. and N. Diller. “Applying Multi-attribute Utility Analysis to Architecture Research for the Terrestrial Observer Swarm.” Proceedings of the IEEE/AIAA 20th Digital Avionic Systems Conference. Daytona Beach, FL, October 2001.
- XTOS description: Ross, Adam M., Daniel E. Hastings, Joyce M. Warmkessel, and Nathan P. Diller. “New Methods for Rapid Architecture Selection and Conceptual Design.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 41, no. 1 (Jan-Feb 2004): 20-28.
- SpaceTug description: McManus, Hugh L., and Todd E. Schuman. “Understanding the Orbital Transfer Vehicle Trade Space.” AIAA Space Conference and Exposition. Long Beach, CA, September 23-25, 2003.
- Automating the Design Process: Fukunaga, Alex S., Steve Chien, Darren Mutz, Robert L. Sherwood, and Andre D. Stechert. “Automating the Process of Optimization in Spacecraft Design.” Proceedings of IEEE Aerospace Conference . Snowmass, CO, 1997.
- MultiObjective Optimization: Hassan, Rania A., and William A. Crossley. “Multi-Objective Optimization of Communication Satellites with Two-Branch Tournament Genetic Algorithm.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 40, no. 2 (2003): 266-272. MDO.
- MMDOSA: Jilla, Cyrus D., and David W. Miller. “Multi-Objective, Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Methodology for Distributed Satellite Systems.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 41, no. 1 (Jan-Feb 2004): 39-50.
- Thunnisen, D. P. “Method for Determining Margins in Conceptual Design.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 41, no. 1 (2004): 85-92.
- Garber, R., and M. Elisabeth Paté-Cornell. “Modeling the Effects of Dispersion of Design Teams on System Failure Risk.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 41, no. 1 (2004): 60-68.
- GINA definition of flexibility: Shaw, G. M., D. W. Miller, and D. E. Hastings. “Development of the Quantitative Generalized Information Network Analysis (GINA) Methodology for Satellite Systems.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets 38, no. 2 (2001): 257-269.
- Saleh, J. H., K. S. Marais, D. E. Hastings, and D. J. Newman. “Extracting the Essence of Flexibility in System Design.” 3rd NASA/DoD Workshop on Evolvable Hardware. Long Beach, CA, July 2001.
- ———. “The Case for Flexibility in System Design.” 12th Annual INCOSE International Systems Engineering Symposium (INCOSE 2001). Las Vegas, NV, July-August 2002
- Nilchiani, Roshanak., and Daniel E. Hastings. “Measuring Flexibility in Design of an Orbital Transportatoin Network.” AIAA Space 2003 Conference and Exposition. Long Beach, CA, September 23-25, 2003.
- Saleh, Joseph H., Elisabeth Lamassoure, and Daniel E. Hastings. “Space Systems Flexibility: Provided by On-Orbit Servicing: Part 1.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (0022-4650) 39, no. 4 (2002).
- ———. “Space Systems Flexibility: Provided by On-Orbit Servicing: Part 2.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (0022-4650) 39, no. 4 (2002).
- Saleh, Joseph H., Elisabeth S. Lamassoure, Daniel E. Hastings, and Dava J. Newman. “Flexibility and the Value of On-Orbit Servicing: New Customer-Centric Perspective.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (0022-4650) 40, no. 2 (2003).
- ———. “Application of Real Options to Strategic Management of Military Satellite Communications.” AIAA Space 2001 Conference and Exposition. Albuquerque, NM, August 28-30, 2001.
- ———. “Measuring the Value of Designing for Uncertain Future Downward Budget Instabilities.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (0022-4650) 41, no. 1 (2004).
- Weigel, Annalisa L., and Daniel E. Hastings. “Evaluating the Cost and Risk Impacts of Launch Choices.” Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (0022-4650) 41, no. 1 (2004).
- de Weck, Olivier L., and Darren (Datong) Chang. “Architecture Trade Methodology for LEO Personal Communication Systems.” AIAA 2002-1866, 20th Intl Comm Satellite Systems Conference. Montreal, Canada, May 12-15, 2002.
- Additional Resources
Sources
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