Relative Hamiltonian
Author: Tianjiang Shuo
Website: https://cislunarspace.cn
Definition
Hamiltonian describing relative motion of chaser with respect to target, accounting for rotating frame and gravitational interactions with two primaries.
Application Value
In orbital design, analysis, and control, dynamics models are used to predict spacecraft trajectories, with equations of motion solved numerically or analytically. This concept underpins critical mission capabilities including orbital maneuver design, orbit improvement, and formation flying.
Related Concepts
- Orbit Improvement
- Cluster Aggregation
- Pseudospectral Method
References
- Cuevas del Valle 等 - 2023
