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Constrained on-board attitude control using gas jet thrusters

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  04 July 2016

G. Radice  and
C. R. Mclnnes
G. Radice
Affiliation:
Department of Aerospace EngineeringUniversity of GlasgowGlasgow, UK
C. R. Mclnnes
Affiliation:
Department of Aerospace EngineeringUniversity of GlasgowGlasgow, UK
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Abstract

This paper analyses a new approach utilising potential functions to autonomously control constrained attitude slew manoeuvres using gas jet thrusters. The method hinges on defining a potential function from the geometric configuration of the satellite's current attitude, the final target attitude and any pointing constraint which may be present. It will be demonstrated that complex path shaping and planning can be achieved using little computational effort. The method is mathematically validated using Lyapunov's theorem, and so can be considered for safety critical applications.

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Research Article
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The Aeronautical Journal , Volume 103 , Issue 1030 , December 1999 , pp. 549 - 556
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Copyright © Royal Aeronautical Society 1999 

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