A selection of lunar return trajectories is examined and assessed in terms of payload mass, vehicle mass, mission time, mission complexity, and total delta-V using a range of assumptions for the mission design based on historical precedence and near-future vehicle availability. Direct surface return trajectories using a single burn solution are compared with a range of Near-Rectilinear Halo Orbit return and Ballistic Return Trajectories. This study weighs anticipated mission needs, requirements and constraints with the aim of assessing the feasibility of commercial lunar cargo and/or sample return options utilizing NASA’s Gateway and Deep Space Logistics project.


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    Title :

    Mission Design Considerations for Robotic Lunar and Gateway Payload Return


    Contributors:
    M. M. Wittal (author) / J. D. Smith (author) / A. M. Cassell (author)

    Publication date :

    2021


    Size :

    6 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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