Various researchers have proposed the use of electrodynamic tethers for power generation and capture from interplanetary transfers. The effect of tether forces on periodic orbits in Jupiter-satellite systems are investigated. A perturbation force is added to the restricted three-body problem model and a series of simplifications allows development of a conservative system that retains the Jacobi integral. Expressions are developed to find modified locations of equilibrium positions. Modified families of Lyapunov orbits are generated as functions of tether size and Jacobi integral. Zero velocity curves and stability analyses are used to evaluate the dynamical properties of tether-modified orbits.
Lyapunov Orbits in the Jupiter System Using Electrodynamic Tethers
2013 AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference ; 2013 ; Hilton Head, SC, United States
2013-08-11
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Lyapunov Orbits in the Jupiter System Using Electrodynamic Tethers (AAS 13-899)
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