Low Thrust: The Fast and Flexible Path to Apophis
Abstract
We propose the use of already created low-thrust trajectories to Apophis to help advance design trades in the early study phases of missions to Apophis. It appears that small spacecraft missions could benefit from solar-electric or sail propulsion.
- Publication:
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Apophis T-9 Years: Knowledge Opportunities for the Science of Planetary Defense
- Pub Date:
- November 2020
- Bibcode:
- 2020LPICo2242.2071C