Dynamics of Spacecraft Near Irregularly Shaped Objects
Author Information
Author(s): Abozaid Ahmed A., Radwan M., Ibrahim A. H., Bakry A.
Primary Institution: Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
Hypothesis
How do the dynamics of a spacecraft change when influenced by two primary bodies, one of which is modeled as an irregular mass dipole?
Conclusion
The study found that the existence and locations of equilibrium points for a spacecraft are significantly affected by the system parameters, and some stable collinear points were identified.
Supporting Evidence
- The gravitational potential of the elongated body is determined by four independent parameters.
- Stable collinear points were found when the oblateness parameter is negative.
- The study used curves of zero velocity to identify regions of allowed motion.
Takeaway
This study looks at how spacecraft move near oddly shaped objects in space, like asteroids, and finds that their paths can change based on the object's shape.
Methodology
The study constructed equations of motion for a spacecraft influenced by two primary bodies, analyzing equilibrium points and their stability under various parameters.
Limitations
The model may not account for all perturbations affecting spacecraft dynamics in real scenarios.
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