Evolution of Astrodynamics for Multibody Environments, Numerical Precision and Dynamical Understanding

David C Folta; Kathleen Howell

NASA NTRS · 20230011743

Evolution of Astrodynamics for Multibody Environments, Numerical Precision and Dynamical Understanding

Abstract

The innovative nature of dynamical systems theory and its applications in trajectory design enabled many recent missions by opening up new transfer and capture opportunities to meet mission requirements, reduce fuel costs, and address various launch constraints and contingencies. With a combination of proven numerical methods and an advanced understanding of the dynamics, an ‘experienced’ user can rapidly design multibody and cislunar missions such as Lunar IceCube and Artemis/Themis and relatively quickly conceive trajectory concepts for Sun-Earth mission orbits, such as the Space Weather Follow On-L1 Lissajous orbit—one that can be achieved and maintained.

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David C Folta, Kathleen Howell. Evolution of Astrodynamics for Multibody Environments, Numerical Precision and Dynamical Understanding. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20230011743

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