Launch Window Optimization Algorithm
Develop an algorithm to calculate optimal rocket launch windows considering multiple constraints.
Problem Statement
Create a launch window calculator:
1. Input Parameters
- Launch site coordinates
- Target orbit (LEO, GTO, etc.)
- Payload mass and dimensions
- Mission constraints
2. Optimization Factors
- Orbital mechanics (Hohmann transfers)
- Weather conditions
- Range safety requirements
- Fuel efficiency
3. Constraints
- Launch site availability
- Ground station coverage
- Lighting conditions (for recovery)
- Collision avoidance with existing satellites
4. Output Requirements
- Multiple launch windows (primary, backup)
- Trajectory profiles
- Delta-v calculations
- Success probability estimates
5. Visualization
- Ground track maps
- Orbital insertion diagrams
- Weather forecast integration
- Timeline charts
Deliverables:
- Calculation engine
- Web interface
- API documentation
- Validation against real launches