A mathematically rigorous derivation is given of first order corrections to multi-impulse approximations to the solutions to space flight optimization problems with bang-bang control. The rocket was subjected to an inverse square gravitational force and to a thrust force with constant magnitude. The mass decreased linearly with time. An optimal impulsive solution was obtained for a problem with given initial and final conditions. The method was then used to obtain first-order corrections to the initial values of the costate variables. Indications are given on how the theory may be extended to higher order corrections. The theory was applied to intercept and rendezvous problems.
First order impulsive solutions
1976-09-27
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First-Order Impulsive Solutions
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