Lecturer: Michal Pushkov, MSc student, under the supervision of Prof. Pini Gurfil (AE)
Location: Classroom 165, ground floor, Library, Aerospace Eng., December 9, 2024, 13:30-14:30
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Affiliation: Department of Aerospace Engineering
Institute: Technion – Israel Institute of Technology
Seminar Language: The talk will be given in English
Abstract:
Satellite orbit control is essential for numerous space missions, requiring both fuel efficiency and accuracy under orbital perturbations. This research develops a closed-loop control law for satellite low-thrust orbital transfers using the Milankovitch vectorial elements, with a particular emphasis on constant-magnitude thrust typical to electric propulsion. In this talk, we will outline the development of closed-loop orbital transfer algorithms integrating a Lyapunov-based controller with a linear quadratic regulator and sliding-mode control. This combination improves transfer accuracy while guaranteeing stability and reducing chattering, particularly under constant-magnitude thrust constraints. We will present simulations indicating that the newly-developed closed-loop orbital transfer method achieves superior performance compared to existing methods.
Comments: Light refreshments will be served before the lecture
