Childs, S. Bart2022-10-062022-10-06196913857896https://hdl.handle.net/10657/12184The 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.application/pdfenThis item is protected by copyright but is made available here under a claim of fair use (17 U.S.C. Section 107) for non-profit research and educational purposes. Users of this work assume the responsibility for determining copyright status prior to reusing, publishing, or reproducing this item for purposes other than what is allowed by fair use or other copyright exemptions. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires express permission of the copyright holder.Trajectory optimizationSpace vehiclesAttitude control systemsThesisreformatted digital