Time-optimal trajectories to circumsolar space using solar electric propulsion
Quarta, Alessandro A. and Izzo, Dario and Vasile, Massimiliano (2013) Time-optimal trajectories to circumsolar space using solar electric propulsion. Advances in Space Research, 51 (3). pp. 411-422. ISSN 0273-1177 (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asr.2012.09.012)
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The aim of this paper is to explore the capabilities of a solar electric propelled spacecraft on a mission towards circumsolar space. Using an indirect approach, the paper investigates minimum time of transfer (direct) trajectories from an initial heliocentric parking orbit to a desired final heliocentric target orbit, with a low perihelion radius and a high orbital inclination. The simulation results are then collected into graphs and tables for a trade-off analysis of the main mission parameters. Finally, a comparison of the performance between a solar electric and a (photonic) solar sail based spacecraft is discussed.
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Item type: Article ID code: 43205 Dates: DateEvent1 February 2013PublishedSubjects: Technology > Mechanical engineering and machinery
Technology > Motor vehicles. Aeronautics. AstronauticsDepartment: Faculty of Engineering > Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Technology and Innovation Centre > Advanced Engineering and ManufacturingDepositing user: Pure Administrator Date deposited: 15 Mar 2013 10:12 Last modified: 08 Apr 2024 20:24 Related URLs: URI: https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk/id/eprint/43205