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Preliminary Study of Employing Space-Based Mirrors for Augmented Illumination of Cislunar Resident Space Objects

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Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

1-23-2023

Abstract

The imaging and inspection of Resident Space Objects (RSOs) is an increasingly important mission as space-faring nations and commercial enterprises alike seek to develop means to repair and refuel spacecraft, as well as de-orbit RSOs to reduce orbital debris. Lighting conditions are not always advantageous for an imaging/inspection or repair/refuel spacecraft; therefore, the use of mirror spacecraft to reflect solar energy is proposed to illuminate dimly lit RSOs. The present study investigates the efficacy of space-based reflectors at examining spacecraft in the cislunar environment. Specific assessments include a target spacecraft in Geosynchronous Earth Orbit, periodic orbits around L1 and L2, and reflectors in periodic orbits around L1, L2 and L4.

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AIAA SCITECH 2023 Forum

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