Orbital Mechanics – An Introduction

What Will You Learn?

• Understand How Orbits Work – Learn the basic principles that govern satellite and spacecraft motion around planets.
• Grasp Key Physics Concepts – Build foundational knowledge of gravity, velocity, energy, and momentum in space environments.
• Interpret Real Space Missions – Gain the ability to understand how actual space missions are planned and executed.
• Apply Simple Math to Space Problems – Use basic algebra and geometry to solve orbit-related questions.
• Build a Platform for Advanced Topics – Prepare yourself for deeper studies in astrodynamics, mission design, and aerospace engineering.