Bang-Bang Thrust Profile

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

Website: https://cislunarspace.cn

Definition

A thrust sequence that switches between maximum and minimum thrust values; in optimal control for large planetary body landing, switches at most twice (max-min-max or min-max).

Application Value

The control curve describes the range of attainable low-thrust Hamiltonian values, providing a basis for optimal trajectory design.

Related Concepts

• Lyapunov Stability
• Adams-Cowell Integrator
• Hansen Coefficients
• Control Curve, U_i

References

• Johnston 等 - 2020