What is it about?
With the surge in space activity, cargo handling in space will undeniably play a significant role. This paper unequivocally presents the in-space flight demonstration of a cargo towing scenario using two predictive control approaches. The handling method deviates from conventional practices.
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Why is it important?
The proposed methods for handling uncertain and unknown loads do not rely on adaptive formulations, offering significant potential for enhancing state-of-the-art adaptive control frameworks. Our framework has been rigorously validated through a cargo handling scenario in the International Space Station (ISS) and NASA Ames Granite Lab using NASA Astrobee robots. We have successfully demonstrated two control approaches and two orientations to address the cargo handling problem while identifying and addressing certain limitations associated with cargo handling
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I believe this article will have a profound influence on upcoming space missions and provide valuable guidance for handling unknown and uncertain cargo.
Isuru Basnayake
New Mexico State University
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This page is a summary of: In-Space Demonstration of Model Predictive Control Approaches for Space Towing of Uncertain Loads, January 2024, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA),
DOI: 10.2514/6.2024-1069.
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