Application of particle swarm optimization technique in optimal parameters determination of the spacecraft remote rendezvous

Beginning with the mathematics model of the spacecrafts remote rendezvous, we research the problem of space maneuver vehicle (SMV) remote rendezvous on-orbit target basing on Lambert orbit maneuver method. To find a minimum velocity impulse transfer orbit, we set up object functions when the SMV's initial orbit parameters are known or unknown. We use an advanced intelligent optimal technology, particle swarm optimal technology, to get the object function's extremum. So we can obtain the SMV's proper initial orbit parameters and transfer occasion. On this condition the SMV needs little velocity impulse to approach the target spacecraft. Last, the simulation results show that we can get a transfer orbit to rapidly approaching on-orbit target which needs very little velocity impulse by using this method.