Metadata-Version: 2.1
Name: python-polaris
Version: 0.1.0
Summary: Initial build of Polaris
Author: Atilla Saadat
Author-email: Atilla Saadat <atillaabc@gmail.com>
License: LICENSE
Classifier: Programming Language :: Python :: 3
Classifier: License :: OSI Approved :: MIT License
Classifier: Operating System :: OS Independent
Requires-Python: >=3.8
Description-Content-Type: text/markdown
License-File: LICENSE


# **POLARIS**: Python-based Orbital Launch and Asset Regulation Integration Simulator

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## **Overview**

**POLARIS** is an open-source astrodynamics and satellite control software developed in Python. Designed for satellite engineers, researchers, and hobbyists, **POLARIS** provides a suite of tools to simulate and control satellite missions, perform orbital dynamics analysis, and integrate satellite operations into real-world or simulated environments.

### **Key Features**
- **Orbital Dynamics Simulation:** Accurate simulation of satellite orbits using numerical methods and keplerian mechanics.
- **Satellite Control:** Tools for station-keeping, attitude control, and orbital adjustments.
- **Real-time Visualization:** Visualize satellite positions, orbits, and ground tracks with live updates.
- **Mission Planning:** Optimize satellite missions, including launch trajectory analysis and on-orbit operations.
- **Open-source and Extensible:** Fully open-source under the MIT license, easily customizable for different use cases.

## **Installation**

### **Prerequisites**

- Python 3.8+
- Required Libraries:
  - `numpy`
  - `scipy`
  - `matplotlib`
  - `poliastro`
  - `astropy`

Install the required dependencies using `pip`:

```bash
pip install numpy scipy matplotlib poliastro astropy
```

### **Clone the Repository**

Clone the repository from GitHub:

```bash
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/POLARIS.git
cd POLARIS
```

### **Installation via `pip`**

You can also install POLARIS as a package using pip (once published):

```bash
pip install polaris-satellite
```

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## **Quick Start**

### **1. Orbital Dynamics Simulation**

POLARIS allows users to simulate satellite orbits. Here’s an example of how to simulate a satellite’s orbit around Earth:

```python
from polaris import OrbitalSimulation

# Initialize a new orbital simulation with parameters
sim = OrbitalSimulation(semi_major_axis=7000, eccentricity=0.01, inclination=28.5)

# Run the simulation
sim.run()

# Plot the orbital trajectory
sim.plot_orbit()
```

### **2. Satellite Control (Attitude and Station Keeping)**

POLARIS includes a suite of tools to control satellite positioning and execute station-keeping maneuvers:

```python
from polaris import SatelliteControl

# Initialize satellite control for an orbit
control = SatelliteControl(satellite_id='Droid001')

# Perform station-keeping maneuver
control.perform_station_keeping(target_altitude=7000)

# Execute attitude adjustments for imaging
control.adjust_attitude(target_angle=45)
```

### **3. Mission Planning and Optimization**

Plan and optimize satellite missions, including adjusting orbital parameters for maximum efficiency:

```python
from polaris import MissionPlanner

# Set up a mission planner for a satellite
mission = MissionPlanner(satellite_id='Droid001')

# Optimize the satellite’s orbit for energy efficiency
mission.optimize_orbit()

# Get the optimal launch window
launch_window = mission.calculate_launch_window()
print(f"Optimal Launch Window: {launch_window}")
```

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## **Documentation**

Full documentation for **POLARIS**, including API reference, tutorials, and technical guides, is available [here](https://yourpolarisdocs.com).

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## **Contributing**

We welcome contributions from the community! To get started, please:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch (`git checkout -b feature-name`)
3. Commit your changes (`git commit -am 'Add new feature'`)
4. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature-name`)
5. Create a pull request

Please make sure to follow the coding standards and add tests for new features. For more details, check our [contributing guide](CONTRIBUTING.md).

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## **Roadmap**

### Future Enhancements:
- Real-time satellite telemetry and data logging
- More advanced orbital perturbation models (e.g., J2 effects, drag, etc.)
- Satellite formation flying and swarm control
- Integration with ground station networks for live satellite tracking
- Support for interplanetary missions and multi-body dynamics

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## **License**

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.

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## **Support and Contact**

If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to open an issue on GitHub or contact the maintainers:

- **Atilla Saadat** - Lead Developer and Maintainer
  - Email: [atilla.saadat@mail.utoronto.ca](mailto:atilla.saadat@mail.utoronto.ca)

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## **Acknowledgments**

Special thanks to the open-source contributors and the wider aerospace community for their support in making this project possible.

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### **Screenshots**

Here are some screenshots showing the capabilities of **POLARIS**:

1. Orbital Simulation Visualization:
   ![Orbital Simulation](docs/images/orbital_sim.png)

2. Satellite Attitude Control Interface:
   ![Satellite Control](docs/images/satellite_control.png)
