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Attitude Control Analysis of Space-Based Mirror Satellites for Illuminating Dimly-Lit Resident Space Objects

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

1-8-2024

Abstract

This research focuses on the application of an attitude controller and the assessment of its precision in directing light onto a Resident Space Object (RSO) within a proximity of 22 meters during a natural motion circumnavigation (NMC) orbit. Specifically, the study utilizes the well-known Hill-Clohessy-Wiltshire (HCW) equations to position a servicer satellite around an RSO located in geosynchronous Earth orbit (GEO). An underlying assumption is that the spacecraft is equipped with a mirror initially facing the RSO. In summary, this research aims to develop an attitude controller that enables a servicer satellite to illuminate all six sides of a non-compliant RSO, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of satellite mission operations.

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Session: Spacecraft Operations and Support I

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AIAA SCITECH 2024 Forum

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