Autonomous Space Object Catalogue Construction and Upkeep Using Sensor Control Theory

Nicholas Moretti, Inovor Technologies, Mark Rutten, National Security and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Division – Defence Science and Technology Group, Travis Bessell, National Security and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Division – Defence Science and Technology Group, Brittany Morreale, United States Air Force

Keywords: Catalogue construction, sensor management, Space situational awareness

Abstract:

The capability to track objects in space is critical to safeguard domestic and international space assets. Infrequent measurement opportunities, complex dynamics and partial observability of orbital state makes the tracking of resident space objects nontrivial. It is not uncommon for human operators to intervene with space tracking systems, particularly in scheduling sensors.

Date of Conference: September 19-22, 2017

Track: Tasking

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