Spacecraft attitude and orbit control system development trends in Korea

Abstract

A series of recent major space programs in Korea have motivated significant interest in the area of spacecraft Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS). This paper reviews the recent AOCS technological trends in Korea from various perspectives. Major space programs are introduced to explain their current status and the details of the AOCS technology utilized. AOCS technology includes both the AOCS subsystem development as well as the associated research activities undertaken. The key intent of this paper is to highlight the AOCS technology development activity in conjunction with Koreas major space programs. © 2000 Lister Science.