Lateral directional requirements for a low L/D aeromaneuvering orbital transfer vehicleThe lateral-directional aerodynamics and control requirements for a low L/D (0.3) aeromaneuvering orbital transfer vehicle are evaluated. A lateral directional RCS control concept that permits a linearized analysis is utilized to evaluate the effect of Dutch Roll frequency and damping on the atmospheric guidance and control performance. The bank rate and acceleration requirements for acceptable performance are defined and the sensitivity to a parameter similar to the lateral control departure parameter but involving the RCS jets is evaluated.
Document ID
19840059577
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Gamble, J. D. (NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Spratlin, K. M. (NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Skalecki, L. M. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)