Stream Function Method

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

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Definition

A numerical method that tracks a family of periodic orbits continuously by varying the Jacobi constant. Using the Jacobi constant as a continuation parameter, it computes periodic orbits point by point to obtain distant retrograde orbits with different resonance ratios.

Application Value

在周期轨道设计中，该指标用于评估轨道的有界性和长期稳定性，指导轨道维持策略的制定。

Related Concepts

• Lorillo Stability Criterion
• Stable Eigenvector
• Lunar Fly-by Method
• Reachability Set

References

• Yin et al. 2023