Ascending node alteration of polar orbiting spacecraft using low-thrust propulsion

Author:

Welch C S1

Affiliation:

1. Kingston University School of Engineering, Faculty of Technology Roehampton Vale, Friars Avenue, London SW15 3DW, UK

Abstract

This paper describes the controlled alteration of a spacecraft's orbital elements using low-thrust propulsion. It starts with a general consideration of the problem based upon Lagrange's equations and then examines its reduction to address the quasi-circular orbits appropriate to satellite emplacement. Following this, the paper describes the optimization of low-thrust manoeuvers and extends this to show that constant thrust angle techniques may be used to obtain near-optimum wedge angle and radius alterations. The alteration of ascending node is then addressed, in particular showing how the node may be altered by combined changes to inclination and altitude. This is illustrated by considering an optimum transfer between polar orbits.

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Subject

Mechanical Engineering,Aerospace Engineering

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