Subject Formula Sheet

Space Dynamics & Orbital Mechanics Formulas

Essential formulas for Two-Body Planetary Motion, Hohmann Transfers, and Orbital Geometry.

Vis-Viva Equation & Escape Velocity

v² = μ (2/r - 1/a)

v_esc = √(2μ / R), v_circular = √(μ / r)

Kepler's Third Law & Hohmann Transfer

T² = (4π² / μ) a³

Δv_total = |v_{tx1} - v_{c1}| + |v_{c2} - v_{tx2}|