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The aim is to develop an efficient method for transferring from Lunar Frozen Orbit to Near Rectilinear Halo Orbit.

June 20, 2026Journal of Deep Space of Exploration

Transfers Orbit Design from Lunar Frozen Orbit to Near Rectilinear Halo Orbit

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Randomized trial demonstrates a low fuel transfer approach to NRHO from LFO for lunar exploration, suggesting efficiency for future missions.

The aim is to develop an efficient method for transferring from Lunar Frozen Orbit to Near Rectilinear Halo Orbit.
Developed a multi-maneuver strategy for orbital transition.
Utilized nonlinear programming for optimizing transfer trajectories.
Applied high-fidelity models to evaluate transfer windows.
Achieved reliable transfer strategies between LFO and NRHO.
Low fuel consumption was noted for the transition, enhancing mission feasibility.
Demonstrated optimal insertion maneuvers to rapidly approach NRHO.

Liang et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial demonstrates a low fuel transfer approach to NRHO from LFO for lunar exploration, suggesting efficiency for future missions.