Approximation methods for quick evaluation of invariant manifolds during global optimization
The purpose of this paper is to explore potential methods for improving approximation
methods of invariant manifolds. The ultimate goal is to produce a set of methods and …
methods of invariant manifolds. The ultimate goal is to produce a set of methods and …
Automated global optimization of low-energy trajectories using a hybrid optimal control framework
VJ Shah - 2017 - ideals.illinois.edu
Leveraging dynamical structures found in the three-body problem provides opportunities to
explore transfers that utilize considerably less fuel, thus gaining the moniker of low-energy …
explore transfers that utilize considerably less fuel, thus gaining the moniker of low-energy …
Spacecraft trajectory design utilizing resonance orbits in a hybrid optimal control framework
DT Bunce - 2017 - ideals.illinois.edu
Low-energy trajectories are a growing subset of trajectory design, particularly in the three-
body space. These trajectories use the inherent stability and instability of certain orbits as a …
body space. These trajectories use the inherent stability and instability of certain orbits as a …
Automated detection of invariant manifold intersections using grid based approach
JD Aurich - 2017 - ideals.illinois.edu
When designing spacecraft trajectories, there exist cases where a trade-off between time-of-
flight and fuel become crucial to the mission design scenario, especially for unmanned …
flight and fuel become crucial to the mission design scenario, especially for unmanned …