2008 AGI Users' Conference

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Hands-on Training

The following 90-minute courses will be taught in a hands-on learning environment. Lecture-style seating will also be provided. Reserved seating. 30-minute "Intro to STK" primers will also be offered daily.

Plan a space mission using STK/Astrogator
This course will use STK/Astrogator to design a mission to send an intercept craft out to a failing probe, rendezvous with the spacecraft, and maneuver it to a different orbit. This course is for beginner and advanced STK/Astrogator users alike, as it will explore many of the new additions to the software while developing a mission from the ground up.

Model, simulate, and perform orbit determination for a space system using ODTK and STK
Using AGI's Orbit Determination Tool Kit (ODTK), this course will focus on developing orbit determination and orbit analysis support for the entire life cycle of satellite tracking system. AGI's state-of-the-art optimal sequential filter and smoother tools will be used to filter orbit data, analyze the results, and display realistic error covariance in STK.

Monitor space assets and space collisions using STK/CAT
In a space superiority situation, you must prepare for a potential space collision and analyze that collision and its aftermath. This course will look at a space situational awareness scenario, analyze foreign launch detection and tracking, complete conjunction assessments, and evaluate debris modeling. This will be a hands-on look at the technologies in STK that can help monitor space assets. Explore STK/Conjunction Analysis Tools (STK/CAT), the Vector Geometry Tool, and other technologies that AGI offers for this situation.

Integrate with AGI technologies using the Connect and Object Model API's
This course is an introduction to integrating AGI technologies with other systems, as well as providing users the basic knowledge to be able to develop their own custom applications. Explore the uses and basic structure of AGI's API's—Connect and the Object Model. Use both to build a custom application.

Create custom applications and interfaces using 4DX (STK Engine) and the Custom Application Framework
Learn the basics of AGI's 4DX Embedded Technology and discuss the benefits of creating a custom Graphical User Interface (GUI) for a custom application. Then, apply this knowledge to creating your own custom application that includes a working Web browser, media player, and fully functional 3D windows, all using AGI’s Custom Application Framework (CAF).

Create a Web service custom application using AGI’s component technologies
AGI component technology is a powerful collection of class libraries built on version 2.0 of the Microsoft .NET platform. This course will examine the basics of this new technology and provide a hands-on opportunity to "get to know" the components while developing your own Web application.

Create and monitor your real-time or simulated battlespace mission using STK/Terrain, Imagery & Maps, GIS, RT3, and DSim
This course will provide users the opportunity to develop their battlespace and real-time situational awareness scenario. Analyze and visualize your land, sea, air, and space assets across terrain regions and make decisions regarding those assets. This course will use STK's Terrain, Imagery & Maps; GIS; RT3; and DSim products to give users the ability to manage their battlespace.

Plan a UAV mission using Aircraft Mission Modeler and STK/Coverage
Create a UAV scanning mission using STK’s Aircraft Mission Modeler (AMM). In this scenario, we will send a UAV into a remote region to gather intelligence. The mission route will first be modeled in STK, then custom sensors will be created and finally communication techniques will be developed as the UAV gathers information for a post-mission analysis. This scenario will explore STK's AMM as well as STK/Coverage and STK/Communication modules.

Predict navigation accuracy using STK/Coverage and STK/Analyzer
Navigation satellite systems have widespread use from space vehicle launches to civil and military missions. This course will use STK’s capabilities to model a navigation system and analyze their coverage potential across ground assets. This course will serve as an introduction to STK/Coverage, STK/Communications, STK/Radar, and STK/Analyzer.

Model and analyze a missile defense system using STK/MMT*, STK/Communications and STK/Radar
This course will allow users a hands-on look at accurate modeling and visualization of a missile defense system. Users will develop their own custom missile, which will aid in intercepting a potential attack missile on the United States. This course will serve as an introduction to STK/Missile Modeling Tools (MMT) as well as STK/Communications and STK/Radar.

* Note: STK/MMT is an ITAR-controlled product. U.S. citizens only.

Mission sensor/communication scheduling using STK/Scheduler
This course will examine STK and STK/Scheduler to create a collection schedule that will help you determine not only whether you should collect still imagery or video, but also allows you to prioritize each of your collections and determine when you should survey locations. Further, this course will look at simulating the collections through still images and video captures.

Communications and electronic warfare in launch operations
This course will take an in depth look at the communications and electronic warfare realm in relation to a launch operation. Users will examine the necessary antenna and radars to accurately model and track a launch. STK/Communications, STK/Radar, STK/Attitude, and Weather Sentinel will be utilized in this exercise.