Magazine Article

Six Degrees-of-Freedom Ascent Control for Small-Body Touch and Go

TBMG-9903

05/01/2011

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A document discusses a method of controlling touch and go (TAG) of a spacecraft to correct attitude, while ensuring a safe ascent. TAG is a concept whereby a spacecraft is in contact with the surface of a small body, such as a comet or asteroid, for a few seconds or less before ascending to a safe location away from the small body.

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"Six Degrees-of-Freedom Ascent Control for Small-Body Touch and Go," Mobility Engineering, May 1, 2011.
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May 1, 2011
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TBMG-9903
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English