Optimization of the 3 rd Stage Rocket Trajectory Using Genetic Algorithm
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To optimize the third stage of a space launch vehicle, powered by Liquid Rocket Engine (LRE) and also to optimize the fuel efficiency by varying injection pressure and gravity turn. The space launch vehicle trajectory is designed analytically by using the general governing equations of the rocket. These trajectories are solved with the implementation of the genetic algorithm. The trajectories are designed and simulated with the commercial software MATLAB, furthermore the relation between parameters and generate MATLAB Coding to simulate the trajectory of the vehicle at 3rd stage. The governing equations are solved using Chebyshev polynomials subroutine and Lagrange polynomial equation available in MATLAB software. The variation of velocity, specific impulse, time is plotted for different parameter (injection pressure) values of the spacecraft
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