Optimal reorientation of a multibody spacecraft through joint motion using averaging theory

W. T. Cerven, V. L. Coverstone

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Abstract

The problem of reorienting a multibody spacecraft using appendage joint motion is addressed. Averaging theory shows that small periodic actuation of such appendages results in a secular change in the orientation of the multibody spacecraft. The secular variation is controllable through choice of control profiles. Using optimal control theory, an analytic control algorithm that minimizes the required control effort is developed for a four-link multibody system having zero angular momentum.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)788-795
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics
Volume24
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - 2001
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Space and Planetary Science
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Applied Mathematics

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