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Orbit Selection based on an Integration Macro-Micro Collision Risk Assessment Algorithm

  • Beijing Institute of Technology

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Abstract

Space debris has become a global concern as human space activities intensify; Space Surveillance Networks have cataloged over 36,000 objects, posing persistent hazards to on-orbit spacecraft. This paper proposes an integrated macro-micro collision-risk framework for orbit selection that unifies density-based risk mapping with event-level conjunction analysis. The operational space is voxelized in right ascension, declination, and altitude to estimate spatial density; a Kessler-type formulation converts density and relative-velocity statistics into a macroscopic collision probability, yielding a low-risk initial orbit. Objects intersecting the operational corridor are then screened, and precise relative motion is propagated to detect close approaches under a distance threshold; associated avoidance maneuvers and fuel consumption are accounted for. The overall design is cast as a multi-objective optimization that minimizes cumulative collision probability and AV subject to orbital-dynamics, mission, and safety constraints. By jointly considering macroscopic collision likelihood and microscopic events, the method provides a principled basis for selecting safer, fuel-efficient orbits.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication23rd IAA Symposium on Space Debris - Held at the 76th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2025
PublisherInternational Astronautical Federation, IAF
Pages1545-1549
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9798331329273
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2025
Event23rd IAA Symposium on Space Debris at the 76th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2025 - Sydney, Australia
Duration: 29 Sept 20253 Oct 2025

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Astronautical Congress, IAC
Volume3-F218712
ISSN (Print)0074-1795

Conference

Conference23rd IAA Symposium on Space Debris at the 76th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2025
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CitySydney
Period29/09/253/10/25

Keywords

  • Macro-micro integration
  • Multi-objective optimization
  • Risk-aware orbit selection
  • Space debris

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