With the Space Transportation System (STS) entering the operational era, the need for standardized, automated, mission planning computer tools has become apparent. In order to support an increased flight rate without an increase in manpower, quicker and more efficient methods are needed to perform standard tasks. The Shuttle Trajectory and Launch Window Expert System (STALEX) was developed to automate many aspects of early mission planning for space shuttle missions carrying geosynchronous communications satellites. Most of the commercial Shuttle missions planned for the next 3 years will carry at least one of this type of satellite. The applications of STALEX include payload deployment scheduling, launch window analysis, orbital trajectory determination, and landing opportunity selection.
On orbit mission planning using the shuttle trajectory and launch window expert system
1985-01-01
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