Optimal Trajectory Determination and Mission Design for AsteroidDeep-Space Exploration via Multibody Gravity Assist Maneuvers
Joint Authors
Source
International Journal of Aerospace Engineering
Issue
Vol. 2017, Issue 2017 (31 Dec. 2017), pp.1-12, 12 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2017-08-03
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
12
Abstract EN
This paper discusses the creation of a genetic algorithm to locate and optimize interplanetary trajectories using gravity assist maneuvers to improve fuel efficiency of the mission.
The algorithm is implemented on two cases: (i) a Centaur-class target close to the ecliptic plane and (ii) a Centaur-class target with a high inclination to the ecliptic plane.
Cases for multiple numbers of flybys (up to three) are discussed and compared.
It is shown that, for the targets considered here, a single flyby of Jupiter is the most efficient trajectory to either target with the conditions and limitations discussed in this paper.
In this paper, we also iterate on possible reasons for certain results seen in the analysis and show how these previously observed behaviors could be present in any trajectory found.
The parameters and methods used in the algorithm are explained and justified over multiple real-life interplanetary missions to provide deeper insights into the development choices.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Fritz, Sean& Turkoglu, Kamran. 2017. Optimal Trajectory Determination and Mission Design for AsteroidDeep-Space Exploration via Multibody Gravity Assist Maneuvers. International Journal of Aerospace Engineering،Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1158151
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Fritz, Sean& Turkoglu, Kamran. Optimal Trajectory Determination and Mission Design for AsteroidDeep-Space Exploration via Multibody Gravity Assist Maneuvers. International Journal of Aerospace Engineering No. 2017 (2017), pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1158151
American Medical Association (AMA)
Fritz, Sean& Turkoglu, Kamran. Optimal Trajectory Determination and Mission Design for AsteroidDeep-Space Exploration via Multibody Gravity Assist Maneuvers. International Journal of Aerospace Engineering. 2017. Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1158151
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1158151