An Old Abstract Field of Math Is Unlocking the Deep Complexity of Spacecraft Orbits
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Mathematicians are developing symplectic geometry tools to enhance mission planning for far-off moons, like Europa, which are challenging due to intense radiation and complex orbits around giant planets like Jupiter.
Trajectory planners meticulously calculate convoluted tours using computer models, considering mission requirements and decades of mathematical research. Mathematicians aim to create a systematic understanding of how orbits relate to one another for improved planning.
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