08:30

Registration

09:30

Welcome & Opening
Finn Ankersen

09:40

Welcome by director of ESTEC
M. Courtois

 

Topic 2 - New Mission Concepts
Newton Room
Chairs: Simone D'Amico (DLR), Alexander Cropp (ESA)

09:55

Abstract
Fresnel Formation Flying: High Resolution Imager for Optical Astrophysics
Hinglais, E.1; Duchon, P.1; Koechlin, L.2; Serre, D.2; Deba, P.2
1CNES (France); 2OMP (France)

10:20

Abstract
An Innovative Spaceborne P-Band SAR Mission Based on Small Satellite and Formation Flying Technologies
Sechi, G.1; Fasano, G.2; Alberti, G.2; D'Errico, M.3; Cesare, S.4; Mazzini, L.4; Pavia, P.4; Torre, A.4; Esposti, M.L.4; Zin, A.4; Matticari, G.4; Bavaro, M.5; Dionisio, C.5; Cosmo, M.6; Formaro, R.6; Rioli, Q.6
1Thales Alenia Space SpA - Italia (Italy); 2Consurtium for Research on Advanced Remote Sensing Systems (Italy); 3University of Naples, Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (Italy); 4Thales Alenia Space Italia S.p.A (Italy); 5Intecs SpA (Italy); 6Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (Italy)

10:45

Abstract
PROBA-3: A Formation Flying Demonstration Mission on the Verge to be Realised
Sjöberg, F.1; Jakobsson, B.2; Karlsson, A.2; Teston, F.3; Burger, F.3
1SSC (Sweden); 2Swedish Space Corporation (Sweden); 3ESA/ESTEC (Netherlands)

11:10

Coffee Break

11:25

Abstract
The FFIORD Experiment: CNES' RF Metrology Validation and Formation Flying Demonstration on Prisma
Harr, J.; Delpech, M.; Grelier, T.; Seguela, D.
CNES (France)

11:50

Abstract
Novel Emma Arrangement for DARWIN Mission
Sghedoni, M.; Krawczyk, R.; Pirson, L.; Ruilier, C.
Thales Alenia Space (France)

12:15

Abstract
Formation Flying Aspects of Different Instrument Concepts for DARWIN/TPF-I
Wallner, O.; Ergenzinger, K.; Flatscher, R.; Johann, U.
Astrium GmbH (Germany)

12:40

Abstract
Nonlinear Performance Analysis of DARWIN with respect to Formation Flying Fine Control Loops
Ergenzinger, K.1; Wallner, O.1; Villien, A.2
1Astrium GmbH (Germany); 2Astrium SAS (Germany)

13:05

Lunch Break

 

Topic 3 - Technologies and Design of Distributed Sensors Needing Formation Flying
Einstein Room
Chairs: Luca Maresi (ESA), Zoran Sodnik (ESA)

Topic 8, part 1 - Guidance, Navigation and Control Systems
Newton Room
Chairs: Jesse Leitner (NASA), Thomas Chabot (ESA)

14:00

Abstract
High Accuracy Absolute Long Distance Metrology using Ultrafast Lasers: Frequency Combs and Spectral Interference
Holzwarth, R.1; Hänsch, T.W.1; Sizmann, A.1; Gill, P.2; Barwood, G.2; Margolis, H.2; Eikema, K.3; Uebachs, W.3; Klein, V.4
1Menlo Systems GmbH (Germany); 2National Physical Laboratory (United Kingdom); 3Laser Centre Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Netherlands); 4Kayser-Threde GmbH (Germany)

Abstract
DARWIN: A GNC Design for the EMMA Arrangement
Pirson, L.1; Sghedoni, M.1; Krawczyk, R.1; Ankersen, F.2
1Thales Alenia Space (France); 2ESA/ESTEC (Netherlands)

14:25

Abstract
High Accuracy Absolute Long Distance Metrology using Femto-Second Lasers: Heterodyning and Applications
Verlaan, A.L.1; Cabral, A.2; Witte, S.3
1TNO (Netherlands); 2INETI (Portugal); 3Laser center Vrije Universiteit (Netherlands)

Abstract
GNC for the Darwin Mission
Villien, A.1; Wallner, O.2; Ergenzinger, K.2
1EADS Astrium Satellites (France); 2EADS Astrium GmbH (Germany)

14:50

Abstract
Design and Performance Testing of the 5 Degrees of Freedom Formation Flying Sensor
Verlaan, A.L.
TNO (Netherlands)

Abstract
FF Analysis and GNC Concept for a FF Mission in Higly Eccentric Orbit
Di Sotto, E.1; Peñin, L.F.2; Bastante, J.C.3; Marcos, A.2; Branco, J.3
1Deimo Engenharia (Portugal); 2Deimos Space (Spain); 3Deimos Engenharia (Portugal)

15:15

Abstract
An Integrated Formation Optical Communication and Estimation System for Precision Collaborative Missions
Hadaegh, F.Y.; Scharf, D.P.; Kuhnert, A.C.; Kovalik, J.C.; Acikmese, B.
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (United States)

Abstract
Orbit Constellation Safety on the Prisma In-Orbit Formation Flying Test Bed
Larsson, R.1; Mueller, J.2; Thomas, S.2; Jakobsson, B.1; Bodin, P.1
1Swedish Space Corporation (Sweden); 2Princeton Satellite Systems (United States)

15:40

Coffee Break & Poster Session

16:40

Abstract
A Generic Radio-Frequency Subsystem for High-Altitude Formation-Flying Missions
Thevenet, J.-B.1; Mehlen, C.1; Peyrotte, C.1; Grelier, T.2; Garcia, A.3; Gerner, J.-L.3; Lestarquit, L.2
1Thales Alenia Space (France); 2CNES (France); 3ESTEC (Netherlands)

Abstract
Design and Control of Relative Motion for Interferometric and Bistatic SAR
Sabatini, M.1; Fasano, G.2; Palmerini, G.3; D'Errico, M.4
1Università di Roma La Sapienza (Italy); 2Università di Napoli (Italy); 3Università di Roma (Italy); 4Seconda Università di Napoli (Italy)

17:05

Abstract
ULLIS - A Combined Optical Metrology Sensor with Minimum Accommodations Constraints
Napierala, B.; Leyre, X.; Sghedoni, M.; Rossi, E.
Thales Alenia Space (France)

Abstract
Relative Motion Control for Along-Track Formation Flight in Low Earth Orbit: Linear Synthesis with Non-Linear Actuators
Demourant, F.; Chrétien, J.-P.
ONERA (France)

17:30

Abstract
A Lateral Sensor for Simbolx Derived from Hydra Star Tracker
Blarre, L.1; Pezant, C.1; Chalte, C.1; Le Duigou, J.M.2; Martinez, P.E.2
1EADS SODERN (France); 2CNES (France)

Abstract
Pattern Transition in Spacecraft Formation Flying Via the Artificial Potential Field Method and Bifurcation Theory
Bennet, D.J.; McInnes, C.R.
Strathclyde University (United Kingdom)

17:55

18:00-19:30

 

 

Abstract
PROBA-3 Formation Flying System Perspectives
Llorente-Martinez, J.S.1; Tarabini-Castellani, L.2
1SENER Ingenieria y Sistemas (Spain); 2GMV Aerospace and Defence (Spain)

Abstract
New Simulation Concepts Applied to Formation Flying Testbed Design
Atori, R.1; Baudoux, D.1; Torette, D.1; Goode, K.2; Tarabini, L.3; Franco, R.4
1Spacebel (Belgium); 2Scisys (United Kingdom); 3GMV Aerospace & Defence (Spain); 4ESA-ESTEC (Netherlands)

Abstract
Delfi-TWIN: A Formation Flying Mission Concept
Aas, C.; de Milliano, M.J.; Prakash, R.; Gill, E.K.A.
TU Delft (Netherlands)

Abstract
Orbits for LISA - Formation Flying without Orbit Maintenance
Jennrich, O.1; Heinzel, G.2
1ESTEC (Netherlands); 2AEI Hannover (Germany)

Abstract
GA-Based Optimization for Formation Flying Initialization
Dong-Lei, H.; Xi-bin, C.
Research Center of Satellite Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

Abstract
Research on the Model Predictive Control Approach for Satellite Formation Keeping
Dong-Lei, H.; Xi-bin, C.
Research Center of Satellite Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

Abstract
Evaluation and Comparison of Two Impulsive Control Theories for Satellite Formation Establishment
Wang, J.H.; Zhang, J.X.; Cao, X.B.
Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

Abstract
Carrier-Based Differential GPS Filtering Approaches for Precise Relative Positioning in Formation Flying with Highly Variable Inter-Satellite Distances
Renga, A.1; Grassi, M.1; Intelisano, A.2
1University of Naples (Italy); 2Thales Alenia Space Italia (Italy)

Abstract
RF-Based Relative Navigation for Formation Flying
Voirin, T.1; Kervendal, E.1; Degeselle, J.1; Grelier, T.2; Delpech, M.2
1Astrium Satellites (France); 2CNES (France)

Abstract
Autonomous Formation Flying RF Subsystem for PRISMA: Navigation Algorithm Design and Implementation
Barrena, V.1; Suatoni, M.1; Flores, C.1; Thevenet, J.B.2; Mehlen, C.2
1GMV (Spain); 2TAS-F (France)

Abstract
The Near Optimal Two-Impulse Analytical Solution of On-Orbit-Servicing Spacecraft for Fly-Around Orbit Reconfiguration
Wang, F.; Cao, X.B.; Wang, J.H.; Lan, S.C.
Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

Abstract
Formation Control by Quantized Output Feedback
Grøtli, E.I.; Gravdahl, J.T.
Department of Engineering Cybernetics (Norway)

Abstract
PID+ Tracking in a Leader-Follower Spacecraft Formation
Kristiansen, R.1; Krogstad, T.R.2; Nicklasson, P.J.1; Gravdahl, J.T.2
1Narvik University College (Norway); 2Norwegian University of Science & Technology (Norway)

Abstract
Attitude Tracking Control of On-Orbit-Servicing Spacecraft Based on Eigenaxis Maneuver
Wang, F.; Chen, X.Q.; Li, H.; Cao, X.B.
Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

09:00

Keynote Speaker
Collective Behaviour
Dr. Iain Couzin, Princeton University

 

Topic 4 - Platform Technologies (propulsion, power supply, attitude, ranging, etc.)
Einstein Room
Chairs: Alfred Ng (CSA), Li Ming (CNSA)

Topic 8, part 2 - Guidance, Navigation and Control Systems
Newton Room
Chairs: Fred Hadaegh (JPL), Finn Ankersen (ESA)

10:00

Abstract
Thrust Measurements with the ONERA Micro-Newton Balance
Bonnet, J.; Rocca, S.; Packan, D.
ONERA (France)

Abstract
Analysis of a Pulsed Cold Gas Option for Formation keeping of the XEUS/XRO Formation Flying Mission
Chabot, T.; Rando, N.
ESA/ESTEC (Netherlands)

10:25

Abstract
Optical Flowrate Measurement with LIF on a Flight Model Cesium FEEP Thruster
Packan, D.; Bonnet, J.; Elias, P.Q.; Rocca, S.
ONERA (France)

Abstract
Formation Flight Static Output Feedback Control: Evaluating the Need of Scheduling for Eccentric Orbit
Kron, A.; de Lafontaine, J.; Ulrich, S.
NGC Aerospace Ltd (Canada)

10:50

Abstract
A µN Electric Microthruster for Precison Attitude Control in Formation Flying and Other Demanding Applications
Jameson, P.
QinetiQ Ltd (United Kingdom)

Abstract
Minimum-fuel Deployment of Formation Flying Satellites - An Optimal Control Approach
Epenoy, R.
CNES (France)

11:15

Abstract
Design and Control of Formation Flying Systems for Remote Sensing Missions with Electric Propulsion
Cornara, S.; Fernandez, V.; Penin, L.F.; Bastante, J.C.
DEIMOS Space (Spain)

Abstract
Electro Magnetic Formation Flight for LEO Satellites
Sakai, S.1; Kaneda, R.2; Maeda, K.3; Saitoh, T.4; Saito, H.1; Hashimoto, T.1
1ISAS-JAXA (Japan); 2University of Tokyo (Japan); 3NEC Corporation (Japan); 4NEC Aerospace Systems (Japan)

11:40

Coffee Break

11:55

Abstract
A Novel, Rugged and Robust Longitudinal Range Finding Method for Formation Flying Missions
McDonald, G.; Lewin, A.; Orchard, D.
QinetiQ (United Kingdom)

Abstract
TanDEM-X Autonomous Formation Flying System
Ardaens, J.S.1; D'Amico, S.1; Ulrich, D.2; Fischer, D.2
1DLR (Germany); 2EADS Astrium (Germany)

12:20

Abstract
An Alternative Metrology Concept: Ray Trace Ranging
Hagenfeldt, N.M.1; Karlsson, A.1; Sequeira, J.2
1Swedish Space Corporation (Sweden); 2Institute for Systems and Robotics (Portugal)

Abstract
New Approaches to Distributed Control of Satellite Formation Flying
Massioni, P.; Keviczky, T.
Delft University of Technology (Netherlands)

12:45

Abstract
Data Handling Solutions Based on RF Metrology Services
Alison, B.1; Andreis, O.1; Dellandrea, B.1; Mehlen, C.1; Cazaux, J.M.2
1Thales Alenia Space (France); 2CNES (France)

Abstract
Two-Stage Optimal Manoeuvre Planning for Spacecraft Formation Flying Missions
Burgon, R.1; Roberts, P.C.E.1; Ankersen, F.2
1Cranfield University (United Kingdom); 2ESTEC (Netherlands)

13:00

Lunch Break

 

Topic 13 - Multiple Spacecraft Missions
Newton Room
Chairs: Yolanda King (USAF), Ian Gibson (BNSC)

14:05

Abstract
Suggested Dual-GRACE Mission Architecture
Bender, P.
JILA/Univ. of Colorado (United States)

14:30

Abstract
Satellite-to-Satellite Laser Tracking for a Next Generation Gravimetric Mission
Biondetti, G.1; Cesare, S.1; Mottini, S.1; Parish, M.1; Sechi, G.1; Canuto, E.2; Pisani, M.3; Aguirre, M.4; Leone, B.4; Massotti, L.4; Silvestrin, P.4
1Thales Alenia Space Italia (Italy); 2Politecnico di Torino (Italy); 3Istituto Nazionale di Ricerca Metrologica (Italy); 4ESA-ESTEC (Netherlands)

14:55

Abstract
LISA - A Mission to Detect and Observe Gravitational Waves
Jennrich, O.1; McNamara, P.2; Bender, P.3; LISA Science Team4
1ESTEC (Germany); 2ESTEC (United Kingdom); 3JILA (United States); 4No Affiliation (Netherlands)

15:20

Abstract
Analysis of Satellite Formations in the Context of Gravity Field Retrieval
Encarnacao, J.; Ditmar, P.; Liu, X.
Delft University of Technology (Netherlands)

15:45

Coffee Break

 

Topic 7 - Orbit Design and Trajectories
Newton Room
Chairs: Eberhard Gill (TU Delft), Mario Cosmo (ASI)

16:00

Abstract
Special Inclinations for Formation Flying
Izzo, D.1; Marco, S.2
1ESA's Advanced Concepts Team (Netherlands); 2University "La Sapienza" Rome (Italy)

16:25

Abstract
Solar Radiation Pressure Effects on very High-Eccentric Formation Flying
Fontdecaba Baig, J.1; Gamet, P.2; Métris, G.1; Exertier, P.1
1Observatoire de la Cote d'Azur (France); 2CNES (France)

16:50

Abstract
Formation Flight Stability in a Gravitational Field
Sneeuw, N.1; Sharifi, M.2; Schaub, H.3
1Universitaet Stuttgart (Germany); 2University of Tehran (Iran, Islamic Republic of); 3University of Colorado, Boulder (United States)

17:15

Abstract
Configuration Angle Determination and Configuration Optimal Design of Distributed SAR Satellite System
Zhang, J.X.; Cao, X.B.; Wang, F.; Lan, S.C.; Wang, J.H.
Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

17:40

19:00

 

Topic 9 - Operations, Mission Planning
Newton Room
Chairs: Dominique Seguela (CNES), Mitsushige Oda (JAXA)

Topic 10 - Design and Simulation Tools for Involved Fields
Einstein Room
Chairs: Jesse Leitner (GSFC), Thomas Alan Lovell (USAF)

09:00

Abstract
Reconfiguration Maneuver Experiments using the SPHERES Testbed onboard the ISS
Aoude, G.1; How, J.1; Miller, D.W.2
1Aerospace Controls Laboratory MIT (United States); 2Space Systems Laboratory MIT (United States)

Abstract
PERSEE: A Nulling Breadboard Coupled with a Free Flying GNC Simulator
Le Duigou, J.M.1; Cassaing, F.2; Houairi, K.2; Jacquinod, S.3; Reess, J.M.4; Henault, F.5; Sorrente, B.2; Barillot, M.6; Coude Du Foresto, V.4; Ollivier, M.3
1CNES (France); 2ONERA (France); 3IAS (France); 4LESIA (France); 5OCA (France); 6TAS (France)

09:25

Abstract
Spacecraft Formation Reconfiguration with Collision Avoidance
Schlanbusch, R.; Kristiansen, R.; Nicklasson, P.J.
Narvik University College (Norway)

Abstract
Ground Demonstration of Synchronized Formation Rotations for Precision, Multi-Spacecraft Interferometers
Scharf, D.; Hadaegh, F.Y.; Keim, J.; Lawson, P.
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (United States)

09:50

Abstract
PROBA-3 Ground Segment and Operation Concept
Tarabini-Castellani, L.1; Wishart, A.2; Grocott, S.2
1GMV Aerospace and Defence S.A. (Spain); 2Astrium Ltd. (United Kingdom)

Abstract
A Piecewise Affine Hybrid Systems Approach to Fault Tolerant Satellite Formation Control
Grunnet, J.D.; Larsen, J.A.; Bak, T.; Wisniewski, R.
Aalborg University (Denmark)

10:15

Abstract
Orbit Propagation & Relative Position Techniques for JC2Sat
Ng, A.; De Ruiter, A.; Lee, J.
Canadian Space Agency (Canada)

Abstract
Preliminary Design Optimization of A Microsatellite Formation Flying for Radar Interferometric Applications
Gaias, G.V.M.; Lavagna, M.
Politecnico di Milano (Italy)

10:40

Coffee Break

10:55

Abstract
Differential Ionospheric Effects in GPS Based Navigation of Formation Flying Spacecraft
van Barneveld, P.W.L.1; Montenbruck, O.2; Visser, P.N.A.M.1
1Delft University of Technology (Netherlands); 2Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (Germany)

Abstract
Design and Analysis Capabilities of Lodato for Formation Flying Libration Point Missions
Sanchez Nogales, M.1; Gómez, G.2; Masdemont, J.J.3; Penin, L.F.1
1DEIMOS Space (Spain); 2Universitat de Barcelona (Spain); 3Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya (Spain)

11:20

Abstract
PROBA-3 Formation Flying Mission Analysis
Peters, T.1; Tarabini, L.1; de Negueruela, C.1; Llorente, S.2
1GMV (Spain); 2Sener (Spain)

Abstract
Selected Afternoon Constellation Transient Plume Impingement Model Results
Woronowicz, M.
SGT, Inc. (United States)

11:45

Abstract
Short Range Pose and Position Determination of Spacecraft Using a µ-Advanced Stellar Compass
Benn, M.; Jørgensen, J.L.
DTU - Danish National Space Center (Denmark)

Abstract
Offline and Hardware-in-the-loop Validation of the GPS-based Real-Time Navigation System for the PRISMA Formation Flying Mission
D'Amico, S.1; De Florio, S.1; Ardaens, J.S.1; Yamamoto, T.2
1German Aerospace Center (DLR)/German Space Operations Center (GSOC) (Germany); 2JAXA (Japan)

12:10

Abstract
Spacecraft Formation Control: Managing Line-of-Sight Drift Based on the Dynamics of Relative Motion
Luquette, R.1; Sanner, R.2
1NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center (United States); 2Univ. of Maryland, Dept. of Aerospace Engineering (United States)

Abstract
Optimized Relative Motion for Spacecraft Formation
Altés, B.1; Cremaschi, F.2; Wiegand, A.2; Erb, S.3; Ortega, G.3
1Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Spain); 2Astos Solutions GmbH (Germany); 3ESA - ESTEC - TEC- ECM (Netherlands)

12:35

Abstract
Autonomous Rendezvous Experiments on the Prisma In-Orbit Formation Flying Test Bed
Nilsson, F.; Bodin, P.
Swedish Space Corporation (Sweden)

Abstract
Ground Validation of Formation Flying Techniques and Technologies
Borde, J.1; Barillot, P.2; Villien, A.2; Ergenzinger, K.3; Barrena, V.4; Lumb, D.5
1Astrium Eads (France); 2Eads Astrium (France); 3Eads Astrium (Germany); 4GMV (Spain); 5ESA/ESTEC (Netherlands)

13:00

Lunch Break

 

Topic 8, part 3 – Guidance, Navigation and Control Systems
Newton Room
Chairs: Pierre Pelipenko (CNES), Björn Jakobsson (SNSB)

13:55

Abstract
The Guidance and Control Algorithms for the CANX-4&5 Formation Flying Demonstration Mission
Eyer, J.; Damaren, C.; Zee, R.
University of Toronto (Canada)

14:20

Abstract
Relative Orbit Initialization Control for Formation Flying Spacecraft with Thrust Direction Maneuverability Constraints
Wu, Y.H.; Cao, X.B.; Zheng, P.F.; Xing, Y.J.; Zhang, S.J.
Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

14:45

Abstract
A Survey of Coupled Control for Spacecraft Formation Flying
Wu, Y.H.; Cao, X.B.; Xing, Y.J.; Zheng, P.F.; Zhang, S.J.
Harbin Institute of Technology (China)

15:10

Conclusion

15:30

Technical Tour