Graph Models of Orbital Assembly and Dynamics of a Large Space Structure

Abstract Graph-model of assembly on an orbit of a large space structure (LSS) (Kirk C., 1993; Rutkovsky and Sukhanov, 1996) is suggested. This model enables to represent the modification of the LSS' dynamic properties during all process of their assembly in a compact form. The notion of a discretely developing structure (DDS) as a sequence of particular mechanical structures is introduced. The program packages, which realize transformation of original (Lagrange's) equations in graph-model, is developed. Possible approaches of model's constructive use for solving important task are found out. These tasks can be connected both with the LSS' assembly and with its orientation.