In-orbit rendezvous - Guidance and control strategies for homing and closing phases
Abstract
Some guidance and control concepts which can be used during the homing and closing stages of the in-orbit rendezvous are examined with particular reference to the HERMES-CFF mission. A comparative analysis of guidance and control strategies is performed in terms of performance and robustness using simulation results obtained with a realistic navigation model. Recommendations concerning the selection of an appropriate strategy are given.
- Publication:
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Space Dynamics
- Pub Date:
- 1990
- Bibcode:
- 1990spdy.proc..793D
- Keywords:
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- Orbital Maneuvers;
- Orbital Rendezvous;
- Spacecraft Control;
- Spacecraft Guidance;
- European Space Agency;
- Homing Devices;
- Spacecraft Docking;
- Astrodynamics