Mediaspace scheduled maintenance: Aug 25, 2026 07:00 - 12:00 AM. During this time, videos will be temporarily unavailable. Check status updates.

Concept

Galileo (spacecraft)

Related lectures (29)

Galileo's Defense

Delves into Galileo's defense of the heliocentric theory against the geocentric model and the lasting impact on science and religion.

Attitude Control: Methods and Devices MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Explores attitude control methods in space missions, including gravity gradient, magnetic torquers, spinning spacecraft, and momentum devices.

History of Mechanics MOOC: Newton's mechanics

Explores the historical works of Galileo and Newton in the field of mechanics.

History of Mechanics MOOC: Warm-up for EPFL

Covers the history and methodology of mechanics from Aristotle to Newton.

Attitude Control Systems MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Explores attitude control, measurement, and spacecraft orientation in space.

Attitude Control Systems: Gyro vs CMG MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Explores gyro-based attitude control systems using reaction wheels and Control Moment Gyros.

Geomagnetic Field Distortions MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Explores the geomagnetic field distortions due to the solar wind and the Aurora phenomenon.

Pioneers in Astronomy and Rocket Science MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Covers the pioneers in astronomy and rocket science who shaped our understanding of celestial mechanics and propelled us into space.

Introduction to Mechanics: Historical Overview and Fundamentals

Provides an overview of the historical development and fundamental concepts in mechanics, emphasizing the interplay between potential and kinetic energy.

Geodetic Engineering: Positioning, Mapping, and Navigation

Explores geodetic engineering, focusing on positioning technologies, mapping, and navigation using satellites, GPS, and inertial sensors.

Orbiting Satellites: Global Navigation Systems MOOC: New Space Economy

Explores the Global Navigation Satellite System and startup tools in the space industry.

Spacecraft Propulsion MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Explores spacecraft propulsion principles, including thrust, acceleration, efficiency, and chemical propulsion in space mission design.

Interplanetary Trajectories: Orbital Characteristics MOOC: Space Mission Design and Operations

Covers interplanetary trajectories, sphere of influence, and orbital characteristics of planets.

Space Mission Design and Operations Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers space mission design, spacecraft energy, orbits, and maneuvers, including gravity effects, tethers, and interplanetary trajectories.

Spacecraft Launch Sequence and Attitude Control Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the Falcon 9 rocket launch sequence, spacecraft attitude control, and the importance of precise orientation in space missions.

Mechanics: Introduction and Calculus Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Introduces mechanics, differential and vector calculus, and historical perspectives from Aristotle to Newton.

Space Mission Design and Operations Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers space mission design, SpaceX Starship, attitude control systems, human spaceflight, and space tethers.

Galileo-only Dual-frequency Positioning Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores Galileo-only dual-frequency absolute positioning and its challenges, network architectures, and potential for accurate predictions.

Advanced Physics I: Orders of Magnitude Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the triumph of determinism in modern mechanics and the methodology of scientific development, with practical exercises on estimating surgical mask usage and analyzing atomic bomb energy.

Motion in Two and Three Dimensions Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers problem-solving strategies and examples for motion in two and three dimensions.