A Parallelized Genetic Algorithm to Evaluate Asteroid Impact Missions Using Electric Propulsion
A streamlined genetic algorithm was developed and implemented on a GPU to evaluate low-thrust trajectories of spacecraft propelled by an ion thruster. It was then applied to examine the utility of a specific thruster for an asteroid impact mission. This method was validated by comparing impact speed...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-02-01
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| Series: | Aerospace |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/9/3/116 |