Raymond Kristiansen
Papers
1
Total Citations
52
H-Index
1
About
Raymond Kristiansen is a leading researcher in spacecraft formation flying and nonlinear control systems, with a particular focus on the complex dynamics of multi-agent space missions. His most influential work, "A model of relative translation and rotation in leader-follower spacecraft formations" (2007), has garnered 52 citations and stands as a cornerstone contribution to the field. In this paper, Kristiansen derived a comprehensive nonlinear model that captures both translational and rotational motion—six degrees of freedom—in leader-follower formations, significantly extending prior models by providing a more complete factorization of the relative dynamics. This work has been instrumental in advancing the design of coordinated control strategies for satellite clusters, enabling more precise and autonomous operations in space. Beyond this key publication, Kristiansen has made notable contributions to attitude control, synchronization, and robust control of spacecraft systems. His research is widely recognized for bridging theoretical rigor with practical applications in formation flying, and his models continue to serve as foundational references for engineers and researchers developing next-generation distributed space systems.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1