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Nonlinear Optimization of Low-Thrust Trajectory for Satellite Formation

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This chapter presents a method to determine fuel-optimal trajectories for satellite formation maneuver using low-thrust continuous propulsion.

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  1. School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore

    Danwei Wang & Eng Kee Poh

  2. Research Center of Satellite Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, China

    Baolin Wu

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Wang, D., Wu, B., Poh, E.K. (2017). Nonlinear Optimization of Low-Thrust Trajectory for Satellite Formation. In: Satellite Formation Flying. Intelligent Systems, Control and Automation: Science and Engineering, vol 87. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-2383-5_4

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