Theory of radial thrust is developed geometrically, where primary tool is plot of square of eccentricity vs radial distance; special case of constant radial thrust acceleration is treated; example of Martian capture maneuver where initial portion has constant radial thrust acceleration, and in terminal portion thrust acceleration varies to maintain constant radial speed; characteristic velocity and other parameters are computed.
Interplanetary maneuvers using radial thrust
ARS J
ARS Journal ; 31 , n 9
1961
4 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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Optimizing Low-Thrust and Gravity Assist Maneuvers to Design Interplanetary Trajectories
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