Collision Orbit

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

Website: https://cislunarspace.cn

Definition

An orbit that terminates at or originates from the surface of a celestial body. In the restricted three-body problem, computation of collision orbits forms the foundation for analyzing lunar landing trajectories by systematically enumerating all ballistic paths to or from the surface.

Application Value

Based on its definition, an orbit that terminates at or originates from the surface of a celestial body. in the restricted three-body problem, computation of collision orbits forms the foundation for analyzing lunar landing t.

Related Concepts

• 周期轨道（Periodic Orbit）
• 平动点轨道（Libration Point Orbit）
• 轨道转移（Orbit Transfer）

References

• Anderson and Parker, 2012, J. Guidance, Control, and Dynamics