Research Article

A Simple and Accurate Apollo-Trained Neural Network Controller for Mars Atmospheric Entry

Table 2

Initial conditions, physical characteristics, and target on Earth [1, 6].

Mass (kg)5498.22
Reference area (m2)12.017
Height (m)121920
Velocity (m/s)11033.76
Flight path angle (deg)-6
Range (m)3704000
Latitude (deg)-12.7
Longitude (deg)122.9
Heading angle (deg)61
Terminated height (m)7620
Target (m) in Earth-fixed frame(-4754400.51, 3771311.48, 1964589.29)