MS thesis abstract - Diaz-Aguillo, Marc
| Author: | Diaz-Aguillo, Marc |
| Degree: | Masters of Science |
| SERC #: | 2-09 |
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Optimal Interferometric Maneuvers for Distributed Telescopes
As a consequence, this research focuses on the design of interferometric maneuvers and optimalinterferometric controllers balancing image performance and energy consumption. The first part of the thesis presents the optimization and design process of coordinated spiral maneuvers due to their interferometric interest when filling the frequency plane of the observed image. On the other hand, the second part of this work focuses in the resolution of an optimal control problem within the LQ framework, to determine the optimal imaging reconfigurations of a formation ying system. Its objective is to balance the quality of the celestial observation and the usage of fuel, which are the key aspects of any space-based observation mission. This study concerning implementability and performance of interferometric maneuvers will lead towards the enlargement of mission lifetime and exibility of the system conserving acceptable quality observations.