Learning from Apollo 9 for Artemis and Beyond [S-23-19]

This course will discuss how examining the Apollo 9 capsule and its structural design gives us insight into the new Artemis program and our return to the Moon. The course includes examples of analyses that junior aerospace engineering students at Clarkson University completed in collaboration with the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Participants in the course will learn about how space capsule structures are designed and built.

Dr. Merrett is an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Clarkson University. He teaches aerospace structures, aircraft accidents, and introduction to aerospace engineering design. Dr. Merrett's research is about the use of composite materials and their application to advanced aircraft configurations, launch vehicles, and satellites.

Cap: 50