Celestial mechanics
type: Concept
narrower: Astrodynamics

Astrodynamics
type: Concept
contributor: AAS Frey.Katie
modified: 2020-11-03T18:26:33.349Z
modified: 2020-11-03T18:26:20.372Z
alternative label: Orbital mechanics
broader: Celestial mechanics
definition: The science dealing with the motion of satellites, rockets, and spacecrafts. It uses the principles of celestial mechanics.