Economics of ion propulsion for large space systems

1978 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. MASEK ◽  
J. WARD ◽  
V. RAWLIN
Keyword(s):  
Space Systems ◽  
Large Space ◽  
Ion Propulsion

Adaptive Structures for Precision Controlled Large Space Systems

1992 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 348-366 ◽  
Author(s):  
John A. Garba ◽  
Ben K. Wada ◽  
James L. Fanson
Keyword(s):  
Space Systems ◽  
Large Space ◽  
Adaptive Structures

Controllability of Remotely Piloted Spacecraft with Delayed Feedback

1982 ◽  
Vol 26 (9) ◽  
pp. 766-767
Author(s):  
A. M. Ray ◽  
A. K. Wildgen ◽  
D. J. Sexton
Keyword(s):  
Remote Control ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Transportation System ◽  
Delayed Feedback ◽  
Space Systems ◽  
Large Space ◽  
The Earth ◽  
Flight Deck ◽  
Space Transportation System ◽  
Space Transportation

In order to fully exploit the Shuttle orbiter's payload delivery and retrieval capabilities and to provide on-orbit servicing of other spacecraft systems, a remotely piloted free-flyer will be an essential element of the developing space transportation system. Not only will a free-flying system be able to deliver payloads to a significantly higher orbit than can the Shuttle, it will be able to retrieve satellites from their operational orbit and return them to the orbiter or the earth for servicing. Ultimately, the free-flyer can be used in the construction of large space systems that exceed a single Shuttle launch capability. Following completion of its mission, the free-flyer can return to the earth, or it can remain in orbit for storage between Shuttle missions to eliminate relaunch expenses. The free-flyer may be controlled from either the aft flight deck or a ground based station. Remote control from a ground based station has distinct advantages because it will eliminate all requirements imposed on the Shuttle for aft flight deck and cargo bay flight support equipment and interfaces.

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