Rapid trajectory optimization based on Migrant PSO

This paper proposes a rapid trajectory optimization approach using a novel PSO algorithm, the Migrant particle swarm optimization (Migrant PSO). Imitating the behavior of a flock of migrant birds, the Migrant PSO algorithm employs stochastic search method and adaptive linear search method respectively for PSO search spaces including both continuous space and discrete space. In the example of the minimum control energy reentry trajectory optimization for X-33 vehicle model with free terminal time, some key problems such as parameterized method are argued in detail. The simulation results indicate that the Migrant PSO algorithm proves to be able to generate a complete and optimal 3DOF reentry trajectory rapidly.