Computer Science – Performance
Scientific paper
Aug 1982
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1982atfm.conf.....w&link_type=abstract
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Atmospheric Flight Mechanics Conference, 9th, San Diego, CA, Aug. 9-11, 1982
Computer Science
Performance
3
Aeroassist, Atmospheric Entry, Orbital Maneuvers, Planetary Orbits, Transfer Orbits, Aerodynamic Brakes, Aeromaneuvering Orbit To Orbit Shuttle, Capture Effect, Orbit Transfer Vehicles, Technology Assessment
Scientific paper
The development of a theory of aeroassisted orbital plane change maneuvers and necessary equipment is traced and an assessment is made of potential applications. Synergetic plane changes are effected through a combination of aerodynamic and propulsive forces involving the dip of an orbiting vehicle into the atmosphere, performance of an aerodynamic turn using thrust if necessary, then reboosting into a reconfigured orbit. The Orbiter is noted to possess large synergetic plane change capability, and configurations of spacecraft such as the Venus Orbiting Imaging radar for using aeroassist to brake interplanetary velocities before establishing orbits are described. Technology advances necessary to construct effective aerobrake, aerocapture, and orbital transfer vehicles are explored, including fabrication of inflatable ballutes, lighter L/D configurations, and lifting brakes, which are considered to be minor extensions of current capabilities.
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