Optimized collision avoidance of spacecraft in ultra close proximity for failed satellite

Xiaoyu Chu, Jingrui Zhang, Fei Liu

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Abstract

In this paper, a trajectory planning algorithm for optimized collision avoidance is presented regarding a chasing spacecraft. The spacecraft is supposed to operate in the ultra-close proximity around a failed satellite. The complex configuration and tumbling motion of the failed satellite are considered. Two-spacecraft rendezvous dynamics is formulated in the target body frame, while collision avoidance constraints are detailed, especially concerning the position uncertainties. An error ellipsoid is particularly involved corresponding to the uncertainties. An optimization solution of the approaching problem is generated with the Gauss Pseudospectral method, and modified in a close loop control. Numerical results are given to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed algorithms.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSpaceflight Mechanics 2016
EditorsMartin T. Ozimek, Renato Zanetti, Angela L. Bowes, Ryan P. Russell, Martin T. Ozimek
PublisherUnivelt Inc.
Pages4033-4048
Number of pages16
ISBN (Print)9780877036333
Publication statusPublished - 2016
Event26th AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, 2016 - Napa, United States
Duration: 14 Feb 201618 Feb 2016

Publication series

NameAdvances in the Astronautical Sciences
Volume158
ISSN (Print)0065-3438

Conference

Conference26th AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, 2016
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityNapa
Period14/02/1618/02/16

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