Robust solar sail attitude control via ballast mass displacement

Key Points

• Effective solar sail attitude control is achieved through ballast mass displacement, enhancing maneuverability in space.
• The control algorithms were tested, showing a significant reduction in oscillations during dynamic maneuvers with a 20% accuracy improvement.
• This approach was validated on simulations using detailed dynamics models to predict performance under various conditions.
• The findings may enhance future solar sail missions, indicating the need for further practical testing in actual space environments.