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Thrust Vector Control Algorithm Design for the Cassini Spacecraft

Enright, Paul J.
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A preliminary design of the Cassini Thrust Vector Control algorithm which controls the spacecraft attitude during main engine burns is described. The discussion includes software architecture, sensor/actuator characteristics, and vehicle dynamics, as well as controller design and margin analysis via clasical methods, and performance evaluation via simulation.

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Enright, Paul J.. 1993-02-17. Thrust Vector Control Algorithm Design for the Cassini Spacecraft. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20220000730

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