Michigan Technological University

Department of Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics

Ossama Abdelkhalik

Ossama Abdelkhalik

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Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering–Engineering Mechanics

  • PhD, Texas A&M University
  • MS, Cairo University
  • BS, Cairo University

Links of Interest

Research Interests

  • Optimal N-Impulse Orbit Transfers Using Genetic algorithms
  • Optimal Orbit Design for Remote Sensing Missions Using Genetic Algorithms
  • Spacecraft Formation Flying navigation and control
  • Spacecraft Orbit Maintenance
  • Satellite Constellation Design for Earth Observation Missions
  • Two-Way Orbits

Areas of Expertise

  • Space Mechanics
  • Spacecraft Dynamics

Recent Publications

  • O. Abdelkhalik, A. Gad. Optimization of space orbits design for Earth orbiting missions, Acta Astronautica, Elsevier, Vol. 68, pp 1307–1317, April-May 2011. doi:10.1016/j.actaastro.2010.09.029.
  • A. Gad, O. Abdelkhalik. Hidden Genes Genetic Algorithm for Multi-Gravity-Assist Trajectories Optimization, AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, AIAA, Vol. 48, No 4, pp 629-641, July-August 2011. doi: 10.2514/1.52642
  • S. T. Goh, O. Abdelkhalik and S.R. Zekavat, Constraint estimation of spacecraft formations orbits using relative positions measurements. AIAA Journal of guidance, control, and dynamics. Accepted, July 2011.
  • O. Abdelkhalik and A. Gad, Dynamic-Size Multi-Population Genetic Optimization for Multi-Gravity-Assist Trajectories, AIAA Journal of guidance, control, and dynamics. Accepted, July 2011.
  • Shu Ting Goh, Ossama Abdelkhalik and Seyed A.(Reza) Zekavat, Spacecraft Formation Orbit Estimation using WLPS-based Localization, International Journal of Navigation and Observation, Hindawi, Accepted, July 2011.
  • O. Abdelkhalik. Initial Orbit Design from Ground Track Points, Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, AIAA, Vol. 47, No 1, Jan.-Feb. 2010.
  • A. Gad, and O. Abdelkhalik. Repeated Shadow Track Orbits for Space-SunSetter Missions. International Journal of Aerospace Engineering, Volume 2009 (2009), Article ID 561495, doi:10.1155/2009/561495. Read More

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