Adaptive Nano Satellite Attitude Control Design under Multiplicative Actuator Uncertainties

Rima Roubache; Jalal Eddine Benmansour; Akram Adnane

doi:10.57056/ajet.v9i1.164

Authors

Rima Roubache Département de recherche en mécanique spatiale, Centre de développement des satellites Oran, Algeria https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1364-6869
Jalal Eddine Benmansour Département de recherche en mécanique spatiale, Centre de développement des satellites Oran, Algeria https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3257-3044
Akram Adnane Département de recherche en mécanique spatiale, Centre de développement des satellites Oran, Algeria https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8821-9562

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.57056/ajet.v9i1.164

Keywords:

backstepping control, attitude control, nanosatellite, multiplicative fault observer, adaptive algorithm

Abstract

The utilization of nanosatellites in space missions has sparked significant interest owing to their compact size and relatively economical development, launch, and operational expenses in comparison to larger satellites. This cost-effectiveness facilitates more frequent launches and the capability to replace or upgrade satellites with greater frequency. The stability of nanosatellites is paramount for their successful operation in space, necessitating designers and engineers to implement various measures to ensure the satellite maintains its orientation and position throughout its mission. In this paper, an adaptive control methodology relies on backstepping control theory is suggested to address the multiplicative faults in the actuators. Specifically, the control system's efficacy is demonstrated through numerical simulations for 3-axis stabilization. The outcomes reveal that the proposed control approach adeptly sustains the stability of the nanosatellites in the event of actuator failure, outperforming classical backstepping control.

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