Aas 09-112 Decentralized Optimization for Control of Satellite Imaging Formations in Complex Regimes
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Decentralized control and agent-based modeling techniques are employed to determine optimal spacecraft motion for formations having multifaceted objectives in complex dynamic regimes. Cooperative satellite “agents” share a common objective (high resolution imaging) and simultaneously pursue private goals (minimal fuel usage). An algorithm is developed based on dual decomposition. The solution from an agent-based model is compared to a traditional, non-linear optimal control solution. Then, by exploiting the reduced computational requirements, the agent-based model simulates arrays with increasing numbers of satellites and constraints.
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