Lunar orbit dynamics and maneuvers for Lunisat missions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2018.05.015
Abstract: Abstract Lunisat represents a next-generation microsatellite aimed at orbiting the Moon, and equipped with dispensers for the release of nanosatellites. This research is focused on the orbital dynamics of both the main microsatellite and the… read more here.
Keywords: dynamics maneuvers; lunar orbit; orbit dynamics; maneuvers lunisat ... See more keywords
ISRO’s Unprecedented Journey to the Moon
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DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2020.07.046
Abstract: Abstract Chandrayaan-2, being the sequel of Indian Lunar Mission, differs with Chandrayaan-1 in targeting a specific lunar orbit. The primary ground trajectory design objective is to achieve the desired lunar orbit, from which the lander… read more here.
Keywords: moon; lunar; trajectory design; lunar orbit ... See more keywords
Design of contingency point return trajectory in the lunar orbit insertion phase for crewed lunar exploration missions
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DOI: 10.1177/09544100221138131
Abstract: To satisfy the requirement of contingency rescue in the lunar orbit insertion phase for crewed lunar exploration missions, this paper designs the contingency point return trajectory. First, according to different failure situations of the main… read more here.
Keywords: contingency; point return; insertion phase; orbit insertion ... See more keywords