Null-thrust arc

Author: Tianjiang Shuo
Website: https://cislunarspace.cn

Definition

A coasting arc where S<0 (p<1) and thrust is zero, alternating with maximum-thrust arcs to form the bang-bang optimal trajectory.

Application Value

Null-thrust arc is a fundamental concept in cislunar mission design, playing an important role in orbital design and tracking planning.

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References

Prussing - 2010 - Primer vector theory and applications