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attitude control software [1 record]

Record 1 2007-01-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Programs and Programming
  • Launching and Space Maneuvering
  • Satellite Telecommunications
DEF

The software responsible for maintaining the attitude of the spacecraft.

CONT

The attitude control software is state-of-the-art and includes algorithms for despin, Sun and Earth orientation and capture, state-sampled network control, reaction wheel desaturation, attitude recovery and intraspacecraft communication.

OBS

In addition, it also performs several deployment operations as the spacecraft moves into its nominal attitude.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)
  • Lancement et manœuvres dans l'espace
  • Télécommunications par satellite
DEF

Logiciel responsable du maintien de l'attitude de l'engin spatial.

CONT

Samedi 9 octobre, le logiciel de protection aux erreurs a placé la sonde en configuration d'attente sécurisée suite à un défaut fugitif entre le logiciel de contrôle d'attitude et les commandes. Ces éléments assuraient le contrôle de la sonde à ce moment-là.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Programas y programación (Informática)
  • Lanzamiento y maniobras en el espacio
  • Telecomunicaciones por satélite
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