Two-maneuver transfer design

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

Website: https://cislunarspace.cn

Definition

A low-energy transfer strategy from LEO to a libration point orbit using exactly two impulsive maneuvers: the first departs the LEO, and the second inserts into either the target Lissajous orbit or a point on its stable invariant manifold. Total delta-v depends on LEO altitude, arrival orbit geometry, manifold insertion point, and insertion angle.

References

  • Alessi et al., 2010