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Close Proximity and Landing Orbits at AsteroidsThis paper discusses and describes the dynamics and control of a spacecraft orbiting close to or landing on an asteroid or comet. The paper presents analytical and numerical results which illustrate the challenges facing near-asteroid orbiters.
Document ID
20060036272
Acquisition Source
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Document Type
Preprint (Draft being sent to journal)
External Source(s)
Authors
Scheeres, D. J.
Date Acquired
August 23, 2013
Publication Date
July 29, 1996
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Science And Exploration
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other
Keywords
near-asteroid orbiters orbit determination orbit control orbital dynamics

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