Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
In this paper, a summary of primer vector theory is presented. The applicability of primer vector theory is examined in an effort to understand when and why the theory can fail. For example, since the Calculus of Variations is based on "small" variations, singularities in the linearized (variational) equations of motion along the arcs must be taken into account. These singularities are a recurring problem in analyse that employ small variations. Two examples, the initialization of an orbit and a line of apsides rotation, are presented. Recommendations, future work, and the possible addition of other optimization techniques are also discussed.
Keywords:
Mathematical and Computer Sciences (General)
Type:
IAC-02-A. 6.09
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53rd International Astronautical Congress: The World Space Congress - 2002; Oct 10, 2002 - Oct 19, 2002; Houston, TX; United States
Format:
application/pdf
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