Weak Stability Boundary

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

Website: https://cislunarspace.cn

Definition

The boundary of the gravitational balance region between the Sun, Earth, and Moon, where ballistic capture can be achieved.

Application Value

This concept has application value in cislunar space research and engineering practice, helping to understand core principles of the field.

Related Concepts

• Monte Carlo Trajectory Shooting, MCTS
• Powered Lunar Flyby, PLF
• Planar Circular Restricted Three-Body Problem, PCRTBP
• Insertion Delta-V

References

• Topputo 2013.
• Parker和Anderson - 2014 - Low-energy lunar trajectory design.