We propose a new method for the detection of energy-efficient trajectories for spacecraft. Via a so called target-shooting approach a pseudo-orbit between the relevant points in space is constructed in a simple model of the problem. This approximate trajectory is meant to serve as input for a more sophisticated direct method in order to compute a true trajectory in the full model. We demonstrate the applicability of the new method by considering the redesign of part of the trajectory of the NASA/JPL Genesis discovery mission.


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    Title :

    On the Detection of Energetically Efficient Trajectories for Spacecraft


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialists Conference ; 2001 ; Quebec City, Canada


    Publication date :

    2001-07-19


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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