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Lagrange's Equations in Quasicoordinates for Dynamics Modeling of Flexible Spacecraft

Miao Bingqi * Qu Guangji ** Xia Suiqin * Cheng Daosheng ** ( *College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology,Hangzhou 310014) ( ** Chinese Academy of Space Technology, Beijing 100086)$$$$   

  • Published:2003-04-25

Abstract: Lagrange's equations in quasicoordinates are usually used for dynamics modeling of spacecraft. This paper provides a formulation of Lagrange's equations in quasicoordinates for dynamics modeling of multi body flexible spacecraft based on the Hamilton's principle. From the derived equations the dynamic equation of flexible spacecraft with central body and flexible appendages is created.