Towards Robust Low-Thrust Trajectory Design Under Missed Thrust Events
Published in Proquest, 2026
Low-thrust spacecraft propulsion systems enable highly efficient transfers, but their low control authority and long maneuver durations make them vulnerable to maneuver execution errors, particularly missed thrust events. This dissertation develops theoretical and computational tools for robust low-thrust trajectory design under missed thrust events, with emphasis on preliminary mission design, where computational efficiency and solution robustness must be addressed simultaneously.
Recommended citation: Sinha, Amlan. "Towards Robust Low-Thrust Trajectory Design Under Missed Thrust Events." Order No. 32677701, Princeton University, United States -- New Jersey, 2026.