Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm

Purpose: This paper aims to present the development and performance evaluation of an attitude and rate estimation algorithm using an extended Kalman filter structure based on a body‐referenced representation of the state. Design/methodology/approach: The algorithm requires only geomagnetic field da...

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Main Authors: Abdullah, Mohammad Nizam Filipski, Varatharajoo, Renuganth
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Language:English
Published: Emerald Group Publishing 2010
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/14591/
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description Purpose: This paper aims to present the development and performance evaluation of an attitude and rate estimation algorithm using an extended Kalman filter structure based on a body‐referenced representation of the state. Design/methodology/approach: The algorithm requires only geomagnetic field data and can be used as a low‐cost alternative or as a back‐up estimator in the case of attitude sensor failures. The satellite rate is estimated as a part of the filter state and thus no gyroscope is necessary. The assessment of the algorithm performance is realized through a Monte Carlo simulation using a low‐Earth orbit, nadir‐pointing satellite. Findings: Given some attitude and rate error requirements, the range of admissible initial errors on the filter state and the effect of un‐modelled disturbance torque are determined, along with the achievable attitude and rate accuracies. Practical implications: Because the simulation set‐up is clearly stated, the results of this evaluation can be used as a benchmark for other estimation algorithms. Originality/value: The necessary assumptions and approximations used to derive the filter equations are explicitly pointed out for the benefit of the readers. Well‐defined filter initial conditions are used in an extensive series of tests resulting into a unique set of findings.
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spelling upm-145912019-04-09T01:15:59Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/14591/ Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm Abdullah, Mohammad Nizam Filipski Varatharajoo, Renuganth Purpose: This paper aims to present the development and performance evaluation of an attitude and rate estimation algorithm using an extended Kalman filter structure based on a body‐referenced representation of the state. Design/methodology/approach: The algorithm requires only geomagnetic field data and can be used as a low‐cost alternative or as a back‐up estimator in the case of attitude sensor failures. The satellite rate is estimated as a part of the filter state and thus no gyroscope is necessary. The assessment of the algorithm performance is realized through a Monte Carlo simulation using a low‐Earth orbit, nadir‐pointing satellite. Findings: Given some attitude and rate error requirements, the range of admissible initial errors on the filter state and the effect of un‐modelled disturbance torque are determined, along with the achievable attitude and rate accuracies. Practical implications: Because the simulation set‐up is clearly stated, the results of this evaluation can be used as a benchmark for other estimation algorithms. Originality/value: The necessary assumptions and approximations used to derive the filter equations are explicitly pointed out for the benefit of the readers. Well‐defined filter initial conditions are used in an extensive series of tests resulting into a unique set of findings. Emerald Group Publishing 2010 Article PeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/14591/1/Evaluation%20of%20a%20spacecraft%20attitude%20and%20rate%20estimation%20algorithm.pdf Abdullah, Mohammad Nizam Filipski and Varatharajoo, Renuganth (2010) Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm. Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, 82 (3). pp. 184-193. ISSN 1748-8842; ESSN: 1758-4213 https://www.emeraldinsight.com/doi/abs/10.1108/00022661011075919 10.1108/00022661011075919
spellingShingle Abdullah, Mohammad Nizam Filipski
Varatharajoo, Renuganth
Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
title Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
title_full Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
title_fullStr Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
title_full_unstemmed Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
title_short Evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
title_sort evaluation of a spacecraft attitude and rate estimation algorithm
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http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/14591/1/Evaluation%20of%20a%20spacecraft%20attitude%20and%20rate%20estimation%20algorithm.pdf