Multi-pulse maneuver orbit optimization based on a new hybrid algorithm

For the Lambert method based on two-body supposition and do not account for actual orbit perturbation affection, we put forward a new orbit maneuver optimization method which suits for an arbitrary number impulse maneuver accounting for perturbation affection. Firstly, we describe the maneuver process by equation accounting for perturbation affection. Then we combine the equation with nonlinear programming with constraints and get a set of optimal equations. Thirdly, we use a new hybrid algorithm to solve the optimal problem, which combine SQP with PSO and can reinforces the search accuracy and improves the convergence. Finally, the simulation results show that this method is feasible and can be used to solve multi-impulse perturbation orbit transform problem efficiently.