Aerospace Engineering
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This collection belongs to the Masters graduands of Aerospace Engineering who completed their program at African University of Science and Technology. They have been carefully carried out with expert supervision on approved topics in this field, which can be applied to solve identified scientific problems.
The research work in this repository are properties of AUST and authors, therefore should not be sold or used without appropriate permissions.
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Neuro-Super Twisting Sliding Mode Control of a Reaction Wheel
(AUST, 2021-09-10)Sliding mode controllers are renowned for their robustness and fast dynamic response in speed control of direct current motors. The major drawback to their application is the chattering phenomenon which is harmful to ...
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Parametric Analysis of a Convergent-Divergent Nozzle for 2N Cold Gas Propulsion of a Nanosatellite
(AUST, 2021-09-09)In recent times, the concepts of microsatellite development have been a versatile subject ranging from their ability to reduce overall cost of satellites to their improved efficiency and adaptability. This has brought new ...
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Design and Analysis of C-Band Microstrip Patch Antenna for Satellite Communication
(AUST, 2021-09-01)Low gain and narrow bandwidth associated with microstrip patch antennas for satellite application is studied in this submission. Evaluation of the best feed technique with insertand edge using HFSS software was done with ...
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Optimization of Battery Management System on Nano Satellite
(AUST, 2021-09-10)Battery Management Systems (BMS) are tasked so as to provide an optimum and efficient control over the battery in any satellite EPS. Along with efficiency, these systems also require intelligent safety measures to avoid ...
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Estimation of Shortwave Broadband Irradiance at the Bottom of the Atmosphere Over Ilorin in Central Nigeria Using Radiative Transfer Model
(AUST, 2021-09-01)Shortwave Broadband Irradiance (SBI) makes up about 96% of the Total Solar Irradiance (TSI) received on earth, and it is known to be the major driver of climate change. The SBI also contains ultraviolet radiation, which ...