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Space Systems Engineering Curriculum
Review29 November 2011
LCDR Henry Travishdtravis@nps.edu
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
NPS Curricula Purpose
Fulfill technical and managerial education needs of the Navy
Sponsor’s needs
Core Skill Requirements (CSR)
Educational Skill Requirements (ESR)
Subject Matter Expert Input
NPS Provides Courses
OperationsS&T/R&DRequirements Acquisition
Space Systems Operations
Space Systems Engineering
Educated and experienced Space Cadre personnel must
fill each link in the “National Security Space Chain.”
Assessment
591 Curriculum Purpose
CSR Information
Qualified Designators1000 - 1000 / 1001 - 1019 / 1021 - 1049 / 1050 - 1050 / 1051 - 1099 / 1100 - 1109 / 1110 - 1119 / 1120 - 1129 / 1130 - 1139 / 1140 - 1159 / 1160 - 1169 / 1170 - 1179 / 1180 - 1189 / 1190 - 1199 / 1200 - 1209 / 1200 - 1299 / 1300 - 1399 / 1400 - 1499 / 1510 - 1519 / 1600 - 1609 / 1610 - 1629 / 1630 - 1649 / 1800 - 1899 /
Major Area Sponsor
Robert A. Klocek202-781-1726Robert.Klocek@navy.mil
• Curriculum number 591 at NPS• Tour lengths will be 18 months
ESR Emphasis
Space Systems Operations
Space Systems
Engineering
Analysis, Synthesis & Evaluation
Architecting Joint Military Space Missions
Advanced Concepts & Technologies
Information Superiority
Communications
Thermal Control
Propulsion Systems
Structures, Materials & Dynamics
Guidance and Control
Computers
Project Management & System Acquisition
National Security Space SystemsOrbital Mechanics, Space Environment & Remote Sensing
Joint Strategy and Policy
Design, Integration, & Systems Engineering
Payload Design
Signal Processing
Power
Conduct & Report Independent Research
0S MA2043Matrix Algebra
MA1115/6Multi-Variable Calculus
PH1121Mechanics
NW3230Strategy & Policy
1F PH1322Electromagnetism
MA2121Differential Equations
AE2820Spacecraft Structures
EC2820Digital Logic Circuits
2W SS3500Orbital Mechanics
PH2514Space Environment
MA3046Matrix Analysis
EC2300Control Systems
3S AE3815S/C Rotational Mechanics
EO2525Probabilistic Analysis
PH3052Remote Sensing Track
4S AE3851S/C Propulsion
EO3525Communications
Engineering
PH3360EM Wave Propagation Track
5F AE3804Thermal Control of S/C
AE3818S/C ADC Track Track
6W AE3870Computational Tools
SS3051Space Systems &
Operations
SS3001Military Applications of
Space
AE0810Thesis Research
7S AE4870S/C Design & Integrations
I
EC3230Space Power
SS3035Microprocessors for
SpaceTrack
8S AE4871S/C Design & Integrations
II
MN3331Project Management
AE0810Thesis Research
NW3275JMO Part 1
9F AE0810Thesis Research
AE0810Thesis Research
NW3285NSDM
NW3276JMO Part 2
Prerequisite
P - Code
Degree
JPME
Includes:• Integrated JPME• Degree
Specialization
Degree Options:• MS-Astro• MS-Physics• MS-Electrical • MS-Mechanical• MS-Computer
Science
591 Course Matrix
Graduates prepared to competently fill space billets
5500P Subspecialty Code ABET accredited Master’s Degree• Astro, ME, ECE, CS, PH Thesis involving technical, space relevant research Role on a final design project team Other educational opportunities• JPME Phase 1• IDC Warfare Pin Fundamentals and Systems• DAU (ACQ 101, ACQ 201, PMT 250)• Experience tours
591 Curriculum Outcomes
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
2009 Space SystemsCurricula Review
1. Conducted 16 September 2009
• Reviewed both 591 and 366
2. Major Changes to ESRs
• Rewrote to incorporate Bloom’s Taxonomy
• More accurately capture desired levels of learning for each requirement
Evaluate
Synthesize
Analyze
Apply
Comprehend
Know
2009 Action Items
Action Item Action POC
2011 Status Notes
1. Increase emphasis on Space Acquisition issues in existing courses (SS3041, SS3051 and design sequence) to include addressing DoD 5000 acquisition process vs. National Security Space NSS 03-01 and NRO Directive 7. Examine existing course MN 3331 to determine if this course can be modified to address this action item.
Program Officer
CLOSED. - Students now learn about space-related changes to DoD 5000.
2. Design and implement new course addressing spacecraft payload issues.
Program Officer
OPEN. - Course prepared, but no room in the matrix to implement it.
3. Modify existing course content to address Multi-disciplinary Design Optimization. Consider option of new course to address this action item.
Program Officer
CLOSED. - Changes made to AE4871
4. Modify ESR wording to incorporate vocabulary used in Blooms Taxonomy.
Program Officer
CLOSED. - ESRs in enclosure (1).
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
2011 Space Systems Engineering Curriculum Review
1. Conducting review 29 November 2011• Reviewing only 591• Review of 366 will be conducted in 2012
2. Proposed changes to ESRs• Reflect changes to DoD acquisition instructions• More accurately capture required payload design skills
3. No matrix modifications recommended• Modify existing courses to meet ESR changes
Curriculum Review Process
Space Cadre & Sponsor Community Inputs
Faculty ESR Assessment Surveys
Graduate Surveys
SSAG Committee Inputs
Educational Skill Requirements
Curriculum / Course Content
Student Exit Surveys / SOFs
Faculty ESR Assessment
1. Comprehensive review of:• ESR to Course Mapping• Level each ESR is taught at compared to desired level
2. All instructors surveyed
3. Findings• All 591 ESRs are covered at desired level except 4d
1. ESR 4d: Graduates will understand the unique nature of space acquisition programs and the differences between the DoD 5000 acquisition process and the National Security Space NSS 03-01…
2. Covered at the A/A level vice S/E3. ESR 4d no longer current
Continuous Improvement Steps
1. Continuing to use seminars to augment curricula• Speakers to help fill gaps, add perspective on key topics• Ex: SE case studies, ground systems, mission partners, etc.
2. Review “Course Blocks” AE/SS/EC• Investigate means to improve 591 matrix flexibility
1. Explore options to consolidate where feasible and appropriate
2. Continue discussion on AE track requirements as necessary
Curriculum Content Change1. ESR Changes (591) – Sponsor Input
• Add 1. Systems Engineering ESR2. Ground Systems ESR
• Modify1. Payload ESR
2. Curriculum Content Changes – Sponsor, Surveys, Internal• Add
1. Systems Engineering content (591)2. Ground Systems content (591)3. Payload Systems content (591)
3. Curriculum Modifications – Sponsor, Surveys, Internal• Review Course Placement (366/591)• Increase Curriculum Flexibility (366/591)
1. Ability to take electives2. Ability to pursue varied degree options
Proposed Changes to ESRs
ESR descriptions3c: National Space Systems3e: National Space Systems3f: National Space Systems4d: Project Management and System Acquisition5e: Communications6a: Computers: Hardware and Software7a: Spacecraft Guidance and Control7b: Spacecraft Guidance and Control
Proposed ESR 3c
National Security Space SystemsCurrentGraduates will examine the role of the Services / Agencies in establishing required space system capabilities, and will translate these capabilities into system performance requirements.
ProposedGraduates will examine the role of the Services / Agencies in defining system architecture /mission performance and translating these into applicable space systems requirements.
Proposed ESR 3e
National Security Space SystemsCurrentGraduates will develop and assess space tactics and/or CONOPS that integrate with and enhance or support military operations.
ProposedGraduates will develop and assess space tactics and/or CONOPS, including space protection concepts that integrate with and enhance or support military operations.
Proposed ESR 3f
National Security Space SystemsCurrentGraduates will identify how proposed space-related capabilities / doctrine are translated from concept to real-world implementation through experimentation.
ProposedGraduates will identify how proposed space-related capabilities / doctrine transition from concept to real-world implementation through experimentation.
Proposed ESR 4d
Program Management & System AcquisitionCurrentGraduates will examine the unique nature of space acquisition programs and the differences between the DoD 5000 acquisition process and space-specific acquisition processes (e.g., NRO Directive 7). Based on this knowledge, they will plan and structure a notional space system acquisition program.
ProposedGraduates will examine the unique nature of space acquisition programs and plan a notional space system acquisition program.
Proposed ESR 5e
Spacecraft Communications and Signal ProcessingCurrentGraduates will examine how these space systems are used to meet Joint war-fighters’ communications requirements.
ProposedGraduates will examine how current and planned space communications systems are used to meet Joint communications requirements.
Proposed ESR 6a
Computers: Hardware and SoftwareCurrentGraduates will apply the fundamentals of digital logic and digital system design to the modeling / design of simple digital computer subsystems.
ProposedGraduates will understand the fundamentals of digital logic and digital system design of simple digital computer subsystems.
Proposed ESR 7aSpacecraft Guidance and ControlCurrentGraduates will examine the field of spacecraft guidance and control, to include topics such as linear control, rotational kinematics, rigid body dynamics, gravity gradient, spin and three-axis stabilization design, active nutation control, sources of and response to disturbance torques, and attitude determination and associated sensors and actuators.
ProposedGraduates will analyze the field of spacecraft guidance and control, to include topics such as linear control, rotational kinematics, rigid body dynamics, gravity gradient, spin and three-axis stabilization design, active nutation control, sources of and response to disturbance torques, and attitude determination and associated sensors and actuators.
Proposed ESR 7bSpacecraft Guidance and ControlCurrentGraduates will apply these techniques to the analysis and design of spacecraft guidance and control systems.
ProposedGraduates will apply these techniques to the design of spacecraft guidance and control systems.
Proposed Changes to ESR levels
ESR levels reduced to Knowledge/Comprehension (K/C)2c: Orbital Mechanics and Space Environment2e: Orbital Mechanics and Space Environment3a: National Space Systems3b: National Space Systems5d: Communications7a: Spacecraft Guidance and Control7b: Spacecraft Guidance and Control
Proposed level for ESR 2c
Orbital Mechanics and Space EnvironmentDescriptionGraduates will examine the fundamentals of spacecraft tracking and command/control from a ground station.
Justification for teaching at K/C levelUntil a course for Ground Systems can be developed and incorporated into the academic catalog, this ESR is being taught at the Knowledge/Comprehension level. A change to K/C would reflect the current level students are learning.
Proposed level for ESR 2g
Orbital Mechanics and Space EnvironmentDescriptionGraduates will examine the physical behavior of the upper atmosphere, ionosphere and space environment under the influence of both natural and artificial phenomena such as solar activity, geomagnetic and magnetospheric effects, and man-made disturbances.
Justification for teaching at K/C levelCurrent level (A/A) is higher than necessary for future course work. A thorough understanding of this important topic can be achieved at the K/C level.
Proposed level for ESR 3a
National Security Space SystemsDescriptionGraduates will examine the roles, responsibilities, and relationships of National and DoD organizations in establishing policies, priorities, and requirements for National Security Space systems; and in the design, acquisition, operation, and exploitation of these systems.
Justification for teaching at K/C levelCurrent level (A/A) is higher than necessary for future course work. A thorough understanding of this important topic can be achieved at the K/C level.
Proposed level for ESR 3b
National Security Space SystemsDescriptionGraduates will examine the nature of space warfare (theory, history, doctrine, and policy); distinguish between the four JP 3-14 defined Space Mission Areas (Space Control, Space Support, Force Enhancement, Force Application); and interpret how current and planned space capabilities contribute to the satisfaction of these mission areas.
Justification for teaching at K/C levelCurrent level (A/A) is higher than necessary for future course work. A thorough understanding of this important topic can be achieved at the K/C level.
Proposed level for ESR 5d
CommunicationsDescriptionGraduates will differentiate, compare, and contrast the characteristics and capabilities of current and future communications systems in use or planned by Naval operating and Joint forces afloat and ashore.
Justification for teaching at K/C levelCurrent level (A/A) is higher than necessary for future course work. A thorough understanding of this important topic can be achieved at the K/C level.
Space Systems EngineeringCore Matrix
0S MA2043Matrix Algebra
MA1115/6Multi-Variable Calculus
PH1121Mechanics
NW3230Strategy & Policy
1F PH1322Electromagnetism
MA2121Differential Equations
AE2820Spacecraft Structures
EC2820Digital Logic Circuits
2W SS3500Orbital Mechanics
MA3046Matrix Analysis
PH2514Space Environment
EC2300Control Systems
3S AE3815S/C Rotational Mechanics
EO2525Probabilistic Analysis
PH3052Remote Sensing
Track
4S AE3851S/C Propulsion
EO3525Communications
Engineering
PH3360EM Wave Propagation Track
5F AE3804Thermal Control of S/C
AE3818S/C ADC Track Track
6W AE3870Computational Tools
SS3051Space Systems &
Operations
SS3001Military Applications of
Space
AE0810Thesis Research
7S AE4870S/C Design & Integrations
I
EC3230Space Power
SS3035Microprocessors for
SpaceTrack
8S AE4871S/C Design & Integrations
II
MN3331Project Management
AE0810Thesis Research
NW3275JMO Part 1
9F AE0810Thesis Research
AE0810Thesis Research
NW3285NSDM
NW3276JMO Part 2
Prerequisite
P - Code
Degree
JPME
Includes:• Integrated JPME• Degree
Specialization
Degree Options:• MS-Astro• MS-Physics• MS-Electrical • MS-Mechanical• MS-Computer
Science
0S MA2043Matrix Algebra
MA1115/6Multi-Variable Calculus
PH1121Mechanics
NW3230Strategy & Policy
1F PH1322Electromagnetism
MA2121Differential Equations
AE2820Spacecraft Structures
ECEGROUND
2W SS3500Orbital Mechanics
MA3046Matrix Analysis
PH2514Space Environment
SEGMENT
3S AE3815S/C Rotational Mechanics
ECECOMMS &
PHYSICSEO & IR
Track
4S AE3851S/C Propulsion
SIGINT PAYLOADS
PAYLOADSTrack
5F AE3804Thermal Control of S/C
AE3818S/C ADC Track Track
6W AE3870Computational Tools
SS3051Space Systems &
Operations
SS3001Military Applications of
Space
AE0810Thesis Research
7S AE4870S/C Design & Integrations
I
EC3230Space Power Track Track
8S AE4871S/C Design & Integrations
II
MN3331Project Management
AE0810Thesis Research
NW3275JMO Part 1
9F AE0810Thesis Research
AE0810Thesis Research
NW3285NSDM
NW3276JMO Part 2
Prerequisite
P - Code
Degree
JPME
New Course
Includes:• Integrated JPME• Degree
Specialization
Degree Options:• MS-Astro• MS-Physics• MS-Electrical • MS-Mechanical• MS-Computer
Science
Space Systems Engineering Possible Modified Matrix
Degree Requirements
• Students can earn degrees in one of several areas and each degree has their own requirements.
1. Astronautical Engineering2. Physics3. Electrical Engineering4. Mechanical Engineering5. Computer Science
• Students can earn different levels of degrees1. Master’s Degree2. Engineer’s Degree3. Dual Degree4. PhD
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
Quantitative Aspects1. Fit and fill difficult to influence without space
cadre becoming a naval community.
2. Class size of 10• Most graduates are URL and required to return to operational
billets• Others are from joint services or civilian.• 3 students headed to billets at NRO after graduation.
3. APC insufficient as a decision tool, transcripts ALWAYS reviewed.
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QuotaFills Min Class Size
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Space Systems Engineering (591) Navy Quotas vs. Fills
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Space Systems Engineering (591) Masters Graduates by CY
1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 20110
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25Civilian
USA
USMC
USAF
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Space Systems Engineering (591) Masters & PhD Graduates by Service
Totals
CivilianUSMCUSAFUSAUSN
20062007
20082009
20102011
20122013
20140
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16 CivilianUSMCUSAFUSAUSN
Take away:Students from other services are vital to the success of our program
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Space Systems Engineering (591) Masters & PhD Naval Graduates by Community
20062008
20102012
20140
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4
6
8
10
12
14
16 IP IW AEDO EDO AV SUB SWO
Totals SWO SUB AV EDO AEDO IW IP
Take away:URLs make up less than half of our Navy students.
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
591 Graduate ESR Satisfaction Survey
All Students % ESRs Meet or Exceed Desired
Level
Students w/Space Job
% ESRs Meet or Exceed Desired
LevelLast 2 Years (1/0) 78Last 5 Years (7/2) 81 81All Years (28/14) 77 76
Note: Specific numbers may not be statistically relevant due to small sample size.
Topic % Agreed• Overall excellent program 93
• High-quality space courses 88
• Thesis a valuable component 62
• Field trips a worthwhile aspect 98
• High-quality space faculty 93
• Responsive program officer 96
• Adequate student study space 100
591 Graduate Exit Survey
CONCLUSIONS
1. No courses need to be eliminated
2. Acquisition (MN3331) should be modified to reflect changes to DoD 5000
3. Emphasize systems engineering in design project
591 Graduate Exit Survey
1. Accreditation status• Degrees are accredited, not curricula.
2. Thesis quality and relevance
• Outstanding
3. Sponsor and NPS funding
• Critical
Academic Design & Execution
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
SP Research Efforts in 591
Objective: Provide space weather products and research into ionospheric physics.
Challenges: Integration of 8 experiments onto micro-satellite platform.
Status: STP-2 medium launch vehicle July 2014
Title: NPS Spacecraft Architecture & Tech Demo SatelliteStudents: VariousPI: Rudy Panholzer
Objective: Provide launch vehicle integration capability for CubeSat community.
Challenges: COTS component integration and launch vehicle integration
Status: Scheduled for NRO L-36 launch in July 2012
Title: CubeSat Launcher Students: Mr. Vidur Kaushish
Ms. Wenschel LanPI: Jim Newman
Objective: Observe satellites or debris predicted to pass close to space assets
Challenges: Integration of Colony II bus and LLNL (Lincoln Labs) optical payload
Status: Scheduled for NRO L-36 launch in July 2012
Title: Space Situational Awareness Students: LT Vidal Lozada
LT Tolu O’Brien
Ms. Madison StudholmePI: Jim Newman
MAE Research Efforts in 591Objective: Deriving & Simulating N-CMG Pyramid full equations of motion
Challenges: Current lack of detail in CMG system equations of motion
Status: Project complete by December 2011
Title: CMG Mathematical ModelsStudents: Christine McManusPI: I. Michael Ross
Objective: Design, fabrication, analysis of single gimbal Control Moment Gyro
Challenges: Development of CMG from scratch
Status: Project complete by December 2012
Title: CMG DevelopmentStudents: Kerri AckmanPI: I. Michael Ross
Objective: Autonomous vehicle movement w/o a priori knowledge of obstacles
Challenges: COTS component integration and launch vehicle integration
Status: Project complete by December 2012
Title: Autonomous vehicle Students: Travis BatemanPI: I. Michael Ross
Objective: Fully-autonomous, optimized-trajectory flight while tracking a target/object
Challenges: Implementation of SLUGS chip on Aerial Autonomous Vehicle
Status: Project complete by December 2012
Title: Autonomous vehicle Students: Marta SavagePI: I. Michael Ross
Objective: Develop autonomous satellite tasking and maneuver algorithm
Challenges: Automation of a manual process with an increase in performance
Status: Initial planning
Title: Satellite ManeuveringStudents: Jeff KingPI: I. Michael Ross
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1. Curriculum Purpose
2. Summary of Last Review
3. Validation of Curriculum Requirements
4. Quantitative Aspects
5. Academic Design
6. Review of Research
7. Conclusion
Agenda
2011 Space Systems Engineering Curricula Review Conclusions
1. Program produces qualified and competent graduates
2. Curriculum supports sponsor’s needs
3. No matrix modifications recommended• Modify existing courses to meet ESR changes.
4. Make minor changes to ESRs
2011 Action Items
Action Item Action POC Status Notes
1. Design and implement new course addressing spacecraft payload issues.
Program Officer
OPEN. - Course prepared, but no room in the matrix to implement it. Recommend incorporating payloads in other courses as discussed.
2. Modify ESR 4d to reflect changes to space acquisition instructions. SME OPEN.
- New ESR proposed
3. Reduce Bloom’s Taxonomy level to Knowledge/Comprehension for ESRs 2c, 2g, 3a,3b, and 5d
SME OPEN. - New ESR proposed
4. Minor changes to wording of ESRs 3e, 3f, 5e,6a, 7a, and 7b. SME
OPEN. - New ESR proposed
2011 Space Systems EngineeringCurricula Review Executive Summary
1. Space Systems Engineering Program is on solid footing• ESRs accurately capture skills required by National Security Space
Professionals in Navy & other services/agencies• Courses mapped to every ESR
1. Demonstrates robust coverage of ESRs2. Ensures ESRs covered at the appropriate level3. Allows faculty to have ownership of specific ESRs
2. Continuous improvement continuous• New payload course developed
1. Would take space in an already full matrix2. Would need to go through Academic Council process prior to
implementation• Several courses being migrated to two-course sequence
1. PH3052, PH3360: culminate in EO/IR payload topics2. EO2525, EO3525: culminate in COMINT/SIGINT payload topics3. EC2820, SS3035: culminate in Ground Segment topics
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Space Systems Engineering (591) Masters Graduates by CY
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 TotalsUSN 8 8 9 11 10 13 10 11 1 81USN SWO 2 2 1 2 3 4 4 2 0 20USN SUB 1 0 1 2 0 1 0 1 0 6USN AV 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 0 10USN EDO 3 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 0 26USN AEDO 1 1 2 3 1 3 1 1 1 14USN IW 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1USN IP 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 4USA 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 2USAF 2 5 1 3 2 0 1 1 1 16USMC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Civilian 1 0 0 1 2 2 5 1 1 13Total 11 13 10 16 14 15 16 14 3 112
Challenges
1. Sponsorship for TS/SCI network access
• Effects those looking to work on a classified thesis
2. Polygraph appointments backlogged
• Only effects those going to NRO after graduation.
Bloom’s Taxonomy Knowledge / Comprehension Examples
• Identify, define and compute the Classical Orbital Elements
• List the mission elements SMAD identifies as part of every space mission architecture
• Describe the various spacecraft subsystems
• Compute the delta-V necessary for an orbital transfer from a LEO parking orbit to GEO
• Explain the relationship between orbit characteristics and sensor performance (resolution, persistence, revisit, access area, etc.)
• Explain common trade-offs between spacecraft subsystems (pointing, slewing, power, communications throughput, etc.)
Bloom’s Taxonomy Application / Analysis Examples
• Generate candidate spacecraft / architecture designs to satisfy mission requirements
• Analyze, evaluate and select the preferred design according to criteria / MOE /MOP developed during the design process
• Support this selection using quantitative and qualitative arguments in a critical environment
Bloom’s Taxonomy Synthesis / Evaluation Examples
Objectives• NPSCL is being developed to solve the problem of access to
space for US Government, US University, and US commercial CubeSats and is being developed in the context of NPS student education.
• Enabling technology for access to space (via U.S. launchers)• Urgent & prolonged need for military space professionals• Need to foster innovation in universities for DOD-relevant
science & technology• Relatively affordable and timely DoD technology
demonstration
Description• NPSCuL can attach to any ESPA-compatible, 15
inch bolt hole circle.• NPSCuL has been manifested on NRO L-36, in
early 2012. The Aft Bulkhead Carrier (ABC) sits on the aft end of an Atlas V Centaur and is ESPA-compatible for mounting auxiliary payloads, up to a certain size and about 175 lbs mass.
• At the appropriate time during insertion, either before or, most likely, after deployment of the primary payload, the CubeSats can be deployed by sequential opening of the P-POD doors.
Student Involvement (current students underlined):• LT Matt Crook LT Anthony Harris• LT Christina Hicks Mr Vidur Kaushish• LT Adam DeJesus Ms Wenschel Lan (PhD
candidate)• Summer internsSchedule: • 2010 prelimary structural qualification
at ABC loads• 2011-12 final qualification• 2012-01 P-POD integration• 2012-07 ~NRO L-36 launchContact Info:PI: Jim Newman, Professor, Space Systems, NPS
jhnewman@nps.edu (831) 656-2487
NPSCuL Concept
NPS CubeSat Launcher (NPSCuL)
Student Involvements (current students underlined):Thesis Students:
LT Jason Flanagan LT Tolu O’BrienLT Vidal Lozada Ms Madison Studholme
Schedule: • 2011-09 EDU model delivery from Boeing• 2011-11 Integration build complete• 2012-07 launch NRO L-36Contact Info:PI: Jim Newman, Professor, Space Systems, NPS
jhnewman@nps.edu (831) 656-2487
Space Telescope for the Actionable Refinement of Ephemeris (STARE) – • based on Boeing Colony II Bus and LLNL optical P/L
Space Situational Awareness (SSA)
Technical ObjectiveSSA STARE is a joint LLNL, Texas A&M University and NPS project that will provide space situational awareness by: • Observing satellites or debris predicted to pass close to
vulnerable space assets• Transmitting images and positions of the observations to
the ground• Refining orbital parameters of observed objects to
reduce uncertainty in conjunction analysisTechnical Approaches:• Student Theses and Directed Study Projects• Collaboration with LLNL and TAMU to integrate payload
and test
NPS Objectives:• Integration of Boeing’s Colony II Bus and LLNL optical
payload• NPS-delivered integration board is complete• Vibration and thermal testing of EDU and flight unit• Testing of Colony II Bus
Deliverables:• Provide “hands on” educational opportunities for space
cadre and other disciplines in the fields of CubeSat integration and testing
• After launch, collaboration with Mobile CubeSat Command and Control (MC3) to receive and analyze data from satellite
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