Author : John F. Newcomb
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Interplanetary missions
ISBN : UIUC:30112106879429
Parametric Design of Interplanetary and Orbital Trajectories with Examples for Mars 1973, 1975, and 1977 Opportunities by John F. Newcomb Pdf
A method for parametrically studying the general interplanetary trajectory design problem is discussed; the method couples the design of interplanetary trajectories with the resulting planetary orbits obtainable from various launch and arrival opportunities. The procedure is applied to the trajectories which could be launched to Mars in the years 1973, 1975, and 1977, and for those opportunities, a set of parametric charts for use in designing Mars missions is included. The important mission parameters are presented and discussed, and launch windows are established which maximize payload in planetary orbit for a coplanar periapsis deboost.