Master of Aerospace Science and Technology - MAST
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Development and simulation of an illumination unit for microalgae cultivation in the context of a life support system of a crewed habitat on Mars
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2022-02-11)
Master thesis
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Covenantee: Universität StuttgartTo ensure the sustainability of future bases and settlements on the surface of Mars, bioregenerative life support systems shall be developed. For this purpose, the Institute of Space Systems (IRS), at the University of ... -
An approach to some classical libration point orbit problems by means of artificial intelligence tecniques
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-11-29)
Master thesis
Open AccessRapid developments in the last decade have demonstrated the potential of new techniques within the Artificial Intelligence (AI) field as an effective approach for different classical problems in the area of astrodynamics. ... -
Development of a Bio-inspired GNS methodology in the dark environment
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-10-28)
Master thesis
Open Access
Covenantee: Cranfield UniversityThe current research explores the connection between gazing and locomotion of acoustic guided animals and the application of this in autonomous vehicles guidance and navigation strategies. Research groups worldwide are ... -
Machine learning classification of the Gaia 3rd data release based on a random forest algorithm
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-09-13)
Master thesis
Open AccessA new Gaia data release, EDR3, has been available since the end of last year containing a complete catalogue of nearly 2 billion stars. This huge wealth of information provided by this magnificent space astronomical mission ... -
Hierarchy control architechture design for the MELiSSA Pilot Plant
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-05-28)
Master thesis
Restricted access - confidentiality agreementMELiSSA (Micro Ecological Life Support System Alternative) is concieved as a loop of compartments to support the main functions of life support to humans in long-term exploration missions in Space. The system works in ... -
Initial orbit determination and satellite tracking using optical observations
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-07-15)
Master thesis
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Covenantee: Xīběi Gōngyè DàxuéThe objective of this project is to propose a passive method for orbit determination (OD) of GEO objects using observational data as position measurements. The proposed method use position measurements expressed as right ... -
Comparison of the response of different rivet layout patterns in aircraft repair patches
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-07-13)
Master thesis
Open AccessThe skin structure of modern aircraft is composed of frames, which are complex structures assembled by joining several sub-assemblies. One of the most used methods for joining aircraft structural parts, as well as repair ... -
Design of a femto-satellite for high-altitude thermospheric studies
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-02-12)
Master thesis
Open AccessThis work deals with the design of a femto-satellite for scientific studies. The goal of the femto-satellite is to model the density of the thermosphere by measuring the orbital decay caused by atmospheric drag. The proposed ... -
The role of small satellites in developing countries for sustainable development goals
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2020-11-30)
Master thesis
Restricted access - author's decisionSmallsats will redefine the conducted technology process through low cost programs affordable for developing countries. Africa has several natural resources to care and monitor in order to use the land and water in effective ... -
Cloud formation in the atmospheric boundary layer
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2020-09-09)
Master thesis
Restricted access - author's decisionThe representation of cloud formation in weather and climate models remains a challenge, since it involves very complex phenomena such as turbulent mixing, which is key for the ability of clouds to form and dissipate. Thus, ... -
Model Predictive Control (MPC) of quadrotors using LPV techniques
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2020-07-13)
Master thesis
Open AccessThis Thesis objective was to apply Model predictive control (MPC) on a quadcopters using linear parameter varying (LPV) techniques. In order to do so the non-linear mathematical model of the quadcopter was put in the Linear ... -
Wheel degradation predictive model
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2020-06-29)
Master thesis
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