minimizing development time and errors. All functions necessary to execute and monitor the procedure, including telemetry checks, commands, and spacecraft events are presented clearly within the ARES environment in one single display. ARES procedures are simple, individual, tab-delimited text files. Users require no special programming-related training to develop ARES procedures with the ARES Procedure Builder. Selecting options from the ARES Procedure Builder's command and telemetry pick list menus makes the process quick and easy.
Applications/Usage
ARES offers a comprehensive, yet easy solution for operators and engineers working with procedures; but even more importantly, ARES increases the overall efficiency and accuracy of the procedure generation and command procedure execution process in satellite operations. ARES is ideal for developing and executing critical spacecraft procedures containing any ordered sequence of commands and telemetry checks. Typical examples may include station-keeping maneuver, Earth sensor inhibition, and battery reconditioning procedures. Because the essential information needed to monitor the procedure is presented clearly in one interface, ARES directly addresses and alleviates many concerns associated with effectively executing complex spacecraft procedures in operations.