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Astrodynamics

Program Description 

This program seeks to provide revolutionary advances in the fundamental understanding of the physical processes that impact the motion and control of both natural and artificial objects moving in the gravity fields associated with the Earth/Moon/Sun system. Allied questions of precision navigation and timing, logistics, and sensing associated with maneuvering spacecraft also inform this portfolio, especially where they impact our understanding of orbital dynamics associated with current and future United States Space Force (USSF) missions.

Researchers are highly encouraged to contact the Program Officer prior to developing full proposals to briefly discuss the current state-of-the-art, how the proposed effort would advance it, and the approximate yearly cost for a three (3) to five (5) year effort. Collaborative efforts with researchers at the Air Force Research Laboratory are encouraged when appropriate, but are not required.

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Dr. John Luginsland (Acting)
AFOSR/RTB1
astrodynamics@us.af.mil

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