Sizing/Optimization of a Small Satellite Energy Storage and Attitude Control System

Abstract

The recent advent of miniature single gimbal control moment gyroscopes has spawned interest in variable speed versions for combined energy storage and attitude control systems on small satellites. Although much has been studied on the theory behind such a system, little has been done In optimally sizing these actuators for small satellite applications. Therefore this paper investigates the fundamental design concepts, optimal sizing, and mission benefits for these actuators. Given a set of small satellite agility and energy storage requirements, an optimal, nonlinear programming method is applied to this problem.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 14, 2006
Accession Number
ADA447543

Entities

People

  • David J. Richie
  • Phil L. Palmer
  • Vaios J. Lappas

Organizations

  • University of Surrey

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Astronautics
  • Attitude Control Systems
  • Control Systems
  • Energy
  • Energy Storage
  • L Band
  • Low Earth Orbits
  • Satellite Attitude Control
  • Small Satellites
  • Space Objects
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Storage Batteries
  • Synthetic Aperture Radar

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Adaptive Control and Estimation with Uncertainty in Dynamic Systems.
  • Inertial Navigation Systems.
  • Parallel and Distributed Computing.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Hall-Effect Thruster
  • Space - Satellites
  • Space - Spacecraft Maneuvers