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| 1 | +# 🌌 BSc Astrophysics Projects |
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| 3 | + |
| 4 | + |
| 5 | +Welcome to the **BSc Astrophysics Projects** repository! Here, you will find all the astrophysics projects I completed during my final year. My main focus was on optimizing orbital transfers using gradient descent and evaluating uncertainties with the Markov Chain Monte Carlo method. |
| 6 | + |
| 7 | +## 🚀 Table of Contents |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +- [Introduction](#introduction) |
| 10 | +- [Project Overview](#project-overview) |
| 11 | +- [Technologies Used](#technologies-used) |
| 12 | +- [Installation](#installation) |
| 13 | +- [Usage](#usage) |
| 14 | +- [Contributing](#contributing) |
| 15 | +- [License](#license) |
| 16 | +- [Contact](#contact) |
| 17 | +- [Releases](#releases) |
| 18 | + |
| 19 | +## 📚 Introduction |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +Astrophysics combines physics and astronomy to understand celestial phenomena. In my final year, I delved into various projects that applied mathematical modeling and statistical methods to real-world problems in space science. This repository serves as a comprehensive collection of my work, showcasing the intersection of theory and practical application. |
| 22 | + |
| 23 | +## 🌠 Project Overview |
| 24 | + |
| 25 | +The projects in this repository include: |
| 26 | + |
| 27 | +1. **Orbital Transfer Optimization**: This project employs gradient descent techniques to find the most efficient paths for spacecraft maneuvers. By minimizing fuel consumption and time, we can enhance mission success rates. |
| 28 | + |
| 29 | +2. **Uncertainty Evaluation**: Using the Markov Chain Monte Carlo method, this project assesses uncertainties in orbital parameters. This approach allows for better risk management in space missions. |
| 30 | + |
| 31 | +3. **Mathematical Modeling**: Various mathematical models are developed to simulate astrophysical phenomena. These models help in predicting outcomes and understanding complex systems. |
| 32 | + |
| 33 | +4. **Data Visualization**: Visual representations of data are crucial in astrophysics. This project focuses on creating animations and plots that illustrate findings effectively. |
| 34 | + |
| 35 | +5. **Unit Testing**: Ensuring the reliability of code is vital. This section covers unit testing practices used throughout the projects. |
| 36 | + |
| 37 | +## 🛠️ Technologies Used |
| 38 | + |
| 39 | +The following technologies and methodologies are employed in this repository: |
| 40 | + |
| 41 | +- **Animation**: For visualizing data and processes. |
| 42 | +- **Astronomy**: The foundational science behind the projects. |
| 43 | +- **Astrophysics**: The application of physics to astronomical phenomena. |
| 44 | +- **Bayesian Inference**: A statistical method for uncertainty evaluation. |
| 45 | +- **Calculus**: Essential for modeling and optimization. |
| 46 | +- **Gradient Descent**: A key optimization technique used in various projects. |
| 47 | +- **LaTeX**: For documentation and presentation of mathematical equations. |
| 48 | +- **Markov Chain Monte Carlo**: A method for sampling from probability distributions. |
| 49 | +- **Mathematical Modeling**: Creating models to simulate real-world scenarios. |
| 50 | +- **Mathematics**: The backbone of all computations and analyses. |
| 51 | +- **Package Development**: Building reusable components for the projects. |
| 52 | +- **Physics**: The fundamental science that underpins astrophysics. |
| 53 | +- **Spacecraft Dynamics and Control**: Understanding the motion of spacecraft. |
| 54 | +- **Statistics**: For analyzing data and drawing conclusions. |
| 55 | +- **Unit Testing**: Ensuring code quality and reliability. |
| 56 | +- **Visualization**: Creating visual representations of data and results. |
| 57 | +- **VSCode**: The development environment used for coding. |
| 58 | + |
| 59 | +## 📥 Installation |
| 60 | + |
| 61 | +To get started with the projects, follow these steps: |
| 62 | + |
| 63 | +1. **Clone the Repository**: |
| 64 | + ```bash |
| 65 | + git clone https://github.com/delemmaao/BSc_Astrophysics_Projects.git |
| 66 | + ``` |
| 67 | + |
| 68 | +2. **Navigate to the Project Directory**: |
| 69 | + ```bash |
| 70 | + cd BSc_Astrophysics_Projects |
| 71 | + ``` |
| 72 | + |
| 73 | +3. **Install Dependencies**: |
| 74 | + Depending on the specific projects you wish to run, you may need to install certain libraries. Check the individual project folders for a `requirements.txt` or `setup.py` file. |
| 75 | + |
| 76 | +## ⚙️ Usage |
| 77 | + |
| 78 | +Each project contains its own README file with detailed instructions on how to run and use the code. You can find these instructions in their respective directories. |
| 79 | + |
| 80 | +To run the main project focused on orbital transfer optimization, use the following command: |
| 81 | + |
| 82 | +```bash |
| 83 | +python orbital_transfer.py |
| 84 | +``` |
| 85 | + |
| 86 | +For uncertainty evaluation using the Markov Chain Monte Carlo method, run: |
| 87 | + |
| 88 | +```bash |
| 89 | +python mcmc_evaluation.py |
| 90 | +``` |
| 91 | + |
| 92 | +Feel free to explore the code and modify it as needed for your own experiments. |
| 93 | + |
| 94 | +## 🤝 Contributing |
| 95 | + |
| 96 | +Contributions are welcome! If you have suggestions or improvements, please fork the repository and submit a pull request. You can also open issues for any bugs or enhancements you find. |
| 97 | + |
| 98 | +### Steps to Contribute: |
| 99 | + |
| 100 | +1. Fork the repository. |
| 101 | +2. Create a new branch: |
| 102 | + ```bash |
| 103 | + git checkout -b feature/YourFeature |
| 104 | + ``` |
| 105 | +3. Make your changes and commit them: |
| 106 | + ```bash |
| 107 | + git commit -m "Add some feature" |
| 108 | + ``` |
| 109 | +4. Push to the branch: |
| 110 | + ```bash |
| 111 | + git push origin feature/YourFeature |
| 112 | + ``` |
| 113 | +5. Open a pull request. |
| 114 | + |
| 115 | +## 📄 License |
| 116 | + |
| 117 | +This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details. |
| 118 | + |
| 119 | +## 📞 Contact |
| 120 | + |
| 121 | +For any questions or inquiries, feel free to reach out: |
| 122 | + |
| 123 | +- **Email**: your.email@example.com |
| 124 | +- **GitHub**: [delemmaao](https://github.com/delemmaao) |
| 125 | + |
| 126 | +## 📦 Releases |
| 127 | + |
| 128 | +You can find the latest releases and download files from the [Releases section](https://github.com/delemmaao/BSc_Astrophysics_Projects/releases). Each release contains important updates and files that you may need to execute. |
| 129 | + |
| 130 | +Feel free to explore the various projects, and I hope you find them insightful. Happy coding! |
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