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Command the Spacecraft Attitude

Grade 6 · Grade 7 · Grade 8 · Grades 9–10 · Grades 11–12 · University · Physics · Mathematics · Engineering

Measurable learning outcomes

  1. 1By the end of this mission, the learner will be able to predict which controller will get the spacecraft closer to its target, and demonstrate this by recording that prediction before either run.
  2. 2By the end of this mission, the learner will be able to compare how close each controller got to the target, and demonstrate this by citing both final errors.
  3. 3By the end of this mission, the learner will be able to explain what the more accurate controller cost the spacecraft, and demonstrate this by citing the turning rate or the wheel authority alongside the pointing error.

Concepts and evidence

Concepts: signed angle · rotation

  • attitude/rate plot + calculated/qualitative response comparison
  • engineering decision
  • evidence provenance statement
  • model limitation

Teacher preparation

Timing
20–30 minutes for curriculum discussion; specialist workbench timing is facilitator-defined
Vocabulary
signed angle, rotation
Differentiation
Use visual comparison and sentence starters for younger learners; reveal quantitative evidence progressively.
Assessment
Review the prediction, evidence selection, engineering decision and limitation. This is formative CubeSTEM programme evidence, not an external accredited grade.

Extend with KidSAT

Run a supervised bounded one-axis slew and compare commanded angle with measured angle, rate and wheel speed.

Supervised operator and physical kit required. Measured correlation remains commissioning pending until Phase 14 evidence passes.

Availability and next step

Open specialist workbench

A reusable learner lesson is not yet authorized for this record. Use this page for curriculum planning or open the specialist workbench with a qualified facilitator.

Engineering limitations
  • Do not mix F2/M3-E teaching truth with ADCS v2 0.6.0 in one undeclared profile.
  • Do not claim: undeclared adcs v2 mix.
  • Do not claim: aero srp current.