An approach to attitude control maneuvers which helps maintain orbit inclination
Abstract
An algorithm for attitude control is presented that derives a benefit for orbit inclination. This algorithm is useful for a spinning satellite using an offset axial thruster to perform attitude maneuvers. Depending on the circumstances of the mission, significant fuel savings may be derived by the use of this algorithm.
- Publication:
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In AGARD Guidance and Control Tech. for Advan. Space Vehicles 8 p (SEE N84-24603 15-12
- Pub Date:
- January 1984
- Bibcode:
- 1984gcta.agarR....B
- Keywords:
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- Satellite Attitude Control;
- Satellite Orbits;
- Spacecraft Maneuvers;
- Spin Stabilization;
- Algorithms;
- Fuel Consumption;
- Rocket Engines;
- Torque;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles