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Yang Chen1, Mochi Tan1, Lin Ge1

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A new disturbance observer-model predictive control (DOB-MPC) architecture improves space laser communication by reducing tracking errors. This synergistic approach enhances beam pointing stability for reliable data transmission in challenging space environments.

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Area of Science:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Control Systems
  • Optical Communication

Background:

  • Reliable data transmission in space laser communication demands precise beam pointing control.
  • Tracking residuals caused by multi-frequency disturbances degrade system performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel control architecture for suppressing multi-frequency disturbance-induced tracking residuals.
  • To enhance the accuracy and stability of beam pointing control in space laser communication systems.

Main Methods:

  • A synergistic disturbance observer and model predictive control (DOB-MPC) architecture was developed.
  • A frequency-decoupled disturbance observer estimated multi-frequency disturbances.
  • Model predictive control compensated for time-delay effects and incorporated disturbance estimates.

Main Results:

  • The DOB-MPC architecture demonstrated over 25% improvement in dynamic response.
  • Residual error reduction exceeded 80% compared to conventional methods.
  • Experimental validation confirmed the architecture's effectiveness for space laser tracking.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed DOB-MPC framework effectively suppresses multi-frequency disturbances.
  • This control strategy significantly enhances beam pointing precision for space laser communication.
  • The cooperative control mechanism offers a robust solution for reliable space data transmission.