Is this project an undergraduate, graduate, or faculty project?
Undergraduate
individual
What campus are you from?
Daytona Beach
Authors' Class Standing
Marta Lopez Castro, Graduate Student Elena Vlaskovic, Junior
Lead Presenter's Name
Elena Vlaskovic
Faculty Mentor Name
David Canales Garcia
Abstract
The Cislunar region consists of the area of space between the Earth and the Moon. Rapid technological advancements have resulted in an increasing number of satellites sent to orbit the Moon. The dynamics of the Cislunar region are significantly more complex and chaotic compared to Low-Earth Orbit. This research focuses on analyzing the impact of satellite explosions in the domain, specifically at destinations with significant Cislunar traffic. Simulations of explosions at different locations of periodic orbits are carried out in order to study debris propagation. The primary objective of this research lies in creating a robust debris propagation scheme and identifying high-risk locations for explosions. Additionally, potential hazards caused by debris to other satellites in the vicinity are evaluated. Gaining insight into these impacts helps reinforce better safety measures by considering the potential risks related to spacecraft fragmentation in the Cislunar region, and adjust policies based on predictions of future needs and accidents.
Did this research project receive funding support from the Office of Undergraduate Research.
No
Assessing the Impact of Spacecraft Fragmentation in the Cislunar Region
The Cislunar region consists of the area of space between the Earth and the Moon. Rapid technological advancements have resulted in an increasing number of satellites sent to orbit the Moon. The dynamics of the Cislunar region are significantly more complex and chaotic compared to Low-Earth Orbit. This research focuses on analyzing the impact of satellite explosions in the domain, specifically at destinations with significant Cislunar traffic. Simulations of explosions at different locations of periodic orbits are carried out in order to study debris propagation. The primary objective of this research lies in creating a robust debris propagation scheme and identifying high-risk locations for explosions. Additionally, potential hazards caused by debris to other satellites in the vicinity are evaluated. Gaining insight into these impacts helps reinforce better safety measures by considering the potential risks related to spacecraft fragmentation in the Cislunar region, and adjust policies based on predictions of future needs and accidents.