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2003 AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference PROGRAM 2003 AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference Big Sky Resort Big Sky, Montana August 3-7, 2003 PROGRAM General Chairs Technical Chairs AAS Mark Soyka Jean de Lafontaine Naval Research Laboratory Université de Sherbrooke AIAA Jon Sims Alfred Treder Jet Propulsion Laboratory Dynacs Engineering Co. Inc. This program is dedicated to the memory of Professor Vinod J. Modi Professor Emeritus in Mechanical Engineering at the University of British Columbia 1929-2003 Big Sky, MT 2003AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference Inside Front Cover CONTENTS Conference Location ........................................................................................................................................ 4 Big Sky, Montana......................................................................................................................................... 4 Day Trips to West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park ................................................................. 5 Accommodations.......................................................................................................................................... 5 Access to Big Sky ........................................................................................................................................ 5 Meeting Information ...................................................................................................................................... 10 Registration ................................................................................................................................................ 10 Conference Proceedings............................................................................................................................. 10 Special Events ............................................................................................................................................ 11 Dining Options at Big Sky ......................................................................................................................... 12 Meadow Village: 15 minutes drive from Mountain Village ................................................................... 13 Gallatin Canyon: 20 minutes drive from Mountain Village.................................................................... 14 Technical Program ......................................................................................................................................... 15 Technical Sessions ..................................................................................................................................... 15 Special Sessions ......................................................................................................................................... 15 Presentations .............................................................................................................................................. 15 Speakers' Briefings..................................................................................................................................... 15 Paper Sales ................................................................................................................................................. 16 Volunteers .................................................................................................................................................. 16 Committee Meetings .................................................................................................................................. 16 Program Summary ......................................................................................................................................... 17 CONFERENCE WELCOME......................................................................................................................... 18 Special Lectures / Guest Speakers.................................................................................................................. 19 Session 1 : Innovations in Astronautics Education........................................................................................ 20 Session 2: Mission & Trajectory Design-I .................................................................................................... 23 Session 3 : Orbit Control, Orbital Transfers-I ................................................................................................ 26 Session 4 : Orbit Determination, Navigation.................................................................................................. 29 Session 5 : Tethers ......................................................................................................................................... 32 Session 6: Mission & Trajectory Design – II.................................................................................................. 35 Session 7: Orbital Debris, Collision Probability............................................................................................. 38 Session 8: Attitude Dynamics & Control – I .................................................................................................. 41 Session 9: Orbital Dynamics .......................................................................................................................... 44 Session 10: Optimal Trajectory Design & Optimal Control........................................................................... 47 Session 11: Attitude Dynamics & Control - II................................................................................................ 50 Session 12: Formation Flight-I....................................................................................................................... 53 Session 13: International Space Station.......................................................................................................... 56 Session 14: Attitude Determination, System Identification............................................................................ 59 Session 15: Autonomous GNC Systems......................................................................................................... 63 Session 16: Neutral Density and Satellite Drag.............................................................................................. 66 Session 17: Orbit Control, Orbital Transfers - II ............................................................................................ 71 Session 18: Constellation Design & Coverage Analysis ................................................................................ 73 Session 19: Aerocapture, Atmospheric Entry................................................................................................. 75 Session 20: Formation Flight - II.................................................................................................................... 78 Session 21: Flight Experience ........................................................................................................................ 82 Session 22: Analytical & Numerical Methods................................................................................................ 85 Session 23: Space Surveillance, Space Catalogue.......................................................................................... 87 Author Index .................................................................................................................................................. 89 Notes .............................................................................................................................................................. 95 RECORD OF MEETING EXPENSES .......................................................................................................... 98 Program at a Glance...........................................................................………………………. Inside back cover Personal Program Planner…………………………………………………………………..Outside back cover Big Sky, MT 2003AAS/AIAA Astrodynamics Specialist Conference Page 3 of 100 CONFERENCE LOCATION BIG SKY, MONTANA The American Astronautical Society (AAS) and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) welcome you to experience the grandeur of the majestic mountains of Big Sky, Montana (U.S.A.) and the breathtaking views of Yellowstone National Park while sharing your latest research in Astrodynamics. With Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks immediately to the south, untamed rivers in every adjacent valley, and no major population center within 350 miles, you can experience the romance of a young country, rugged and wild, from a setting that is unquestionably civilized. Big Sky, Montana The Resort offers beautiful accommodations at the Summit at Big Sky, a 213-room Euro-western luxury condominium hotel offering all the amenities required in a four-star setting. The Huntley Lodge and Shoshone Condominium Hotel offer the ultimate convenience with restaurants, lounges, shops, spas and the conference facility just steps from your room. Big Horn Condominiums and numerous other condominiums in a variety of sizes are within walking distance of the resort center. Guests dine on excellent cuisine at numerous onsite restaurants and bars. Enjoy the heated swimming pool, tennis courts, and fitness center. Travel down the mountain and experience award winning fare at local restaurants. Peek out your window and see the local wildlife of deer and elk grazing in the fields, or stroll outside at dusk
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