Three examples for optimal 3-dimensional flight paths are discussed: Maximum lateral range descent from earth orbit; influence of altitude dependency of vehicle polar. Synergetic plane change maneuver for close-earth circular orbits: influence of altitude dependency of vehicle polar, and influence of load factor limitation. A combined braking-plane change maneuver for the exploration of planets with high density atmospheres.
Optimale Dreidimensionale Gleitflubbahnen Beimeintritt In Planetenatmosphaeren (Optimal Three-Dimensional Flight Paths for Entry into Planetary Atmospheres)
1970
8 pages
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English