General Information
About Summer Schools
The Siberian State Aerospace University is located in the heart of Russia and the Summer School
Programme offers an excellent opportunity for international students to combine their academic interests
with a genuine Siberian experience.
For two weeks, from the 10th to the 23th of August, SibSAU will run a Summer School Programme on
Mobile Systems for Space Research, providing the opportunity to gain experience and strengthen your
knowledge of the field. Over the course, classes will be taught both indoor and outdoor to bring you into
the Siberian countryside to help give you that Siberian experience. Our highly qualified staff will not only
help broaden your knowledge of Mobile Systems of Space Objects, but of Siberia itself, too.
The course is suitable for undergraduate students who are interested in Computer Science and the Space
Sector, no extensive background in Mobile Systems is required.
Mobile Systems for Space Research
During the two-week course, students will attend a series of intensive lectures focusing on The Principles
of Closed-Loop Space Systems Running.
Experienced members of the University’s staff and Space Industry professionals will teach all lectures
and seminars. They will help ensure that students carry out an experiment in developing and constructing
a remote-controlled, mobile space-device by the end of the programme.
Throughout the programme, students will work on a group project in Mobile Systems for Space Objects
with the aim of developing a spacecraft capable of auto-navigating difficult terrain, overcoming various
obstacles to reach the targeted area.
Students will have the opportunity to meet highly qualified experts in the field and learn from their
experiences, and also visit various Aerospace Industry Installations.
The primary objective of the course is to enhance the participating students’ interest in the field of Space
Research and provide a solid grounding therein, upon which future careers or further academic research
can prosper.
Lectures and seminars are held in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics, the Foreign
Language Resource Centre, the Scientific and Training Centre Space Systems and Technologies, the
Industry Resource Centre Space Vehicles and Systems, the Centre of Space Observation and the SibSAU
Student Space Mission Control Centre of Small Space Vehicles.
In general, there will be 3-4 lectures/seminars daily that last for an hour and a half each. Students have
access to the library and computer labs. After the lectures, in the afternoon, students meet up in their
groups to work to elaborate their group projects.
Russian language study is available but not required during the summer program.
Programme Content:
The following courses will form the content of the course on Mobile Systems for Space Objects:
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Production and Control of Spacecraft (2 ECTS credits)
o Unit 1. Fundamentals of Robot Mechanical Systems
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o Unit 2. Spacecrafts
o Unit 3. Control Theory: Automatic Control Theory in Space Systems
o Unit 4. Spacecraft Automation System Hardware
o Unit 5. The Fundamentals of Image Processing
o Unit 6. Methods of Production and Control of Spacecraft Systems
o Unit 7. The Fundamentals of Artificial Neural Networks
o Unit 8. Fuzzy logic
Artificial and Natural Systems (1 ECTS credits)
o Unit 1. Fundamentals of Astronomical Research
o Unit 2. The Physics of the Rover Systems and Mechanisms
o Unit 3. Detecting Environmental Conditions
o Unit 4. Structure and Functioning of Artificial and Natural Systems
Russian Language (1 ECTS credit)
**Please see Course Descriptions for explanations of the courses.
Dates
From 10 August till 23 August 2014.
Duration of the program
188 hours (103 contact hours + 85 h. of independent work) or 4 ECTS. 1 contact hour = 45 minutes.
Hours per week
51,5 contact hours per week (excursions and independent work are excluded).
Aimed At:
The course is suitable for undergraduate students who are interested in Computer Science and the Space
Sector.
Language of instruction
English
Deadline
30 June 2014
Costs
Participation fee: 650€
Included in participation fee
 Classes (188 hours or 4 ECTS)
 Academic excursions to:
o Visits to the Small Space Vehicles Industrial Plant
o The scientific and training centre “Rocket and Space Technology”
o The students’ space mission control centre of small space vehicles
 Cultural program:
o Guided tour around the city
o Excursion to the Museum of Space Technology
o Planetarium
o Walking Tour around the Stolby Nature Reserve
 Internet access in the University
 Transfer from Krasnoyarsk Airport to the city
 Russian language course
Additional fees are required for:
 Accommodation
o University dormitory
o Hotel Krasmashevsky
o Hotels/hostels
 Transfer to Krasnoyarsk from your location
 Visa procurement
 Meals (lunch, dinner, about 200€ for 14 days)
 Optional Cultural Programmes:
o The Museum of Krasnoyarsk
o Surikov Art Museum
o The Bobrovy Log Fun Park
o Boat trip on the River Yenisei
o Roev Ruchey Nature Park
o Karaulnaya Cave
o Horse ridding
o Go-Carting
o Sport activities on Tatyshev Island
Course Descriptions
Production and Control of Spacecraft
2 ECTS credits
Unit 1. The Fundamentals of Robot Mechanical Systems
Professor: Dobrova A.V.
Duration: 6 contact hours + 4 h. independent work
The Fundamentals of Robot Mechanical Systems will provide fundamental knowledge of the core aspects
of autonomous-mobile robot design and development, including the current technological and algorithmic
solutions that tackle the complexities of robot autonomy. Topics covered in robot design include: Robot
Structure, Kinematics and Dynamics.
Unit 2. Spacecraft
Professor: Sukharev E.N.
Duration: 4 contact hours + 4 h. independent work
In the framework of this course, all kinds of spacecraft designed for Communication, TV Relay,
Navigation, Geodesy and Research will be considered. Classes are educational in nature, involving a visit
to the Museum of Cosmonautics SibSAU.
Unit 3. Control Theory: Automatic Control Theory in Space Systems
Professor: Gerasimova V.E.
Duration: 2 contact hours + 2 h. independent work
The elements of System Analysis and Control Theory for different objects, basic types and principles will
be explored. Students will simulate the procedure of Automated Control.
Unit 4. Spacecraft Automation System Hardware
Professor: Sukharev E.N.
Duration: 2 contact hours + 2 h. independent work
The course of Spacecraft Automation devices contains a description of the electronic components and
devices used on-board, exploring the Fundamentals of Digital Technology and Microprocessors.
Unit 5. The Fundamentals of Image Processing
Professor: Zotin A.G.
Duration: 10 contact hours + 10 h. independent work
This course will cover: colour models; methods of colour correction; and algorithms of noise suppression
and threshold segmentation. Also, it will explore the implementation of methods and algorithms of image
processing within the development environment RAD Studio 2010.
Unit 6. Methods of Production and Control of Spacecraft Systems
Professor: Serzhantova M., Shelepov V.A., Shagarov B.A.
Duration: 10 contact hours + 10 h. independent work
A lot of control work is carried out at every stage during the production of Spacecraft Systems. The
course includes a tour of the RTSKP "Spacecraft and Systems", where students learn about the
possibilities of MS Project for effective project management, technology design and manufacturing
systems, space vehicles, students will see equipment for the advanced production and complete four labs:
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Optical Methods for Monitoring the Integrity of Solar Panels.
Control of Solar Panels Contacts and Connections.
Measurement of Interference Pulses in Cables.
Evaluation of the Connecting Cables Screening Effectiveness
Students will have the opportunity to work with resource centre laboratory equipment and to carry out
independent research.
Unit 7. The Fundamentals of Artificial Neural Networks
Professor: Sukharev E.N., Sayapin A.V.
Duration: 10 contact hours + 10 h. independent work
This type of mathematical objects can be used in wide range of applications: from object classification, to
control of complex objects. In this course you will discover the similarities and differences between the
human brain and artificial neural networks. In addition, you will examine: the structure of artificial
neurons; the structure of artificial neural networks; and the ways to use such networks. During practice,
students will process images of the Earth’s surface using neural networks.
Unit 8. Fuzzy logic
Professor: Sayapin A.V.
Duration: 8 contact hours + 8 h. independent work
After this course you will know what Fuzzy Logic is and how you can use it either in space or here on the
Earth.
Artificial and Natural Systems
1 ECTS credits
Unit 1. The Fundamentals of Astronomical Research
Professor: Veselkov S.A.
Duration: 4 contact hours + 4 h. independent work
The course focuses on exploring the modern astronomical equipment that facilitates looking into the
distant corners of the universe, through the work of the Observatory at the Siberian State Aerospace
University, where students will be able to participate in the observation of celestial bodies.
Unit 2. The Physics of the Rover Systems and Mechanisms
Professor: Yakimov L.E.
Duration: 4 contact hours + 4 h. independent work
Rover is a complex system. Engines, transmission, video camera, sensors. The course will reveal the
physical basis of these devices.
Unit 3. Detecting Environmental Conditions
Professor: Gerasimova L.A., Khizhnak S.V., Taseyko O.V.
Duration: 6 contact hours + 6 h. independent work
It is of great importance to be able to understand the physicochemical characteristics of Space Objects,
and detect the presence and, thereafter, condition of living organisms on the surface of the space object
during any exploration thereof. The Fundamentals of Physicochemical and Biological Parameters of
Environmental Conditions Analysis, the Principles of Detection and Indicators of Life are all considered
in the course.
Unit 4. Structure and Functioning of Artificial and Natural Systems
Professor: Khizhnyak S.V., Gerasimova V.E.
Duration: 12 contact hours + 10 h. independent work
The course focuses on the practical study and mathematical modelling of artificial and natural
ecosystems.
Russian Language
1 ECTS credit
Duration: 25 contact hours + 11 h. independent work
Russian as foreign language for beginners.
Main aspects:
 The structure and function of artificial ecosystems, through the example of: bio-regenerative lifesupport ecosystems designed for the recycling of industrial waste; agro-ecosystems; and
microcosms
 The structure and functioning of natural ecosystems by example of: water; soil; and forest
ecosystems
 Approaches to the mathematical and physical modelling of artificial ecosystems
Students will learn:
 Experimental methods of the ecosystems analysis at different levels
 Mathematical methods of the ecosystems behaviour analysis
 The approaches for the design and optimization of artificial ecosystems