Low-Thrust Trajectory

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

Website: https://cislunarspace.cn

Definition

Spacecraft trajectories using continuous low-thrust engines such as electric propulsion.

Application Value

Low-Thrust Trajectory plays an important role in orbit maneuver design, analysis, and transfer planning for cislunar missions.

Related Concepts

• Proximity Operations
• Lyapunov Periodic Orbit
• Deflection Angle
• Summation Combination of Dual One-Way Ranging

References

• Ross 等 - 2022 - Dynamical systems, the three-body problem, and space mission design