A problem in optimal reorientation of asymmetric space vehicles

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dc.contributor.advisorChilds, S. Bart
dc.contributor.committeeMemberMotard, Rodolphe L.
dc.creatorMorefield, Charles Landess
dc.date.accessioned2022-10-06T16:32:02Z
dc.date.available2022-10-06T16:32:02Z
dc.date.issued1969
dc.description.abstractThe problem of large-angle, three-dimensional reorientation of asymmetric space vehicles in a fuel optimal manner is considered. A general problem is posed and solved numerically. The resultant numerical data is compared to a feedback configuration derived from a subset of the general problem. In both instances, Pontryagin's Minimum Principle is utilized to determine the set of differential equations which describe the optimal trajectory. The control is presumed to be unconstrained, resulting in a continuous optimal control.
dc.description.departmentMechanical Engineering, Department of
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dc.format.mimetypeapplication/pdf
dc.identifier.other13857896
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10657/12184
dc.language.isoen
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dc.subjectTrajectory optimization
dc.subjectSpace vehicles
dc.subjectAttitude control systems
dc.titleA problem in optimal reorientation of asymmetric space vehicles
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dc.type.genreThesis
thesis.degree.collegeCullen College of Engineering
thesis.degree.departmentMechanical Engineering, Department of
thesis.degree.disciplineMechanical Engineering
thesis.degree.grantorUniversity of Houston
thesis.degree.levelMasters
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Science

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