Cosmic Object Space Management Operations System (C.O.S.M.O.S.)

Author

Riah Ivy, Kennesaw State University
Tyler Bumpus, Kennesaw State University
Gabriel Soter, Kennesaw State University

Date of Submission

Spring 5-1-2024

Project Type

Senior Design

Minor

Aerospace Engineering

Major

Mechanical Engineering

Degree Name

Bachelor's of Mechanical Engineering

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Committee Chair/First Advisor

Dr. Adeel Khalid

Abstract

In the expansive realm of outer space, humanity has ventured into new territories, yet this progress is accompanied by challenges. Among the most significant challenges confronting space exploration today is the growing amount of space debris within low earth orbit. Satellites, spent rocket stages, and assorted fragments orbiting Earth present a considerable hazard to spacecraft and astronauts, and this issue is steadily worsening. For years, the task of remedying this orbital congestion has remained formidable and unresolved. This design provides a novel and innovative solution to this growing problem.