Spin of Planetary Probes in Atmospheric Flight

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Author - R.D. Lorenz

Co-Author(s) -

JBIS Volume # - 59

Page # - 273-282

Year - 2006

Keywords - Spin, planetary probe, atmosphere, attitude control, parachute

JBIS Reference Code # - 2006.59.273

Number of Pages - 10

[edit] Abstract

Probes that enter planetary atmospheres are often spun during entry or descent for a variety of reasons. Their spin rate histories are influenced by often subtle effects. The spin requirements, control methods and flight experience from planetary and earth entry missions are reviewed. An interaction of the probe aerodynamic wake with a drogue parachute, observed in Gemini wind tunnel tests, is discussed in connection with the anomalous spin behaviour of the Huygens probe.


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