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Maneuver planning process
Manoeuvre planning process: definition
The Manoeuvre Planning Process is a critical procedure in space operations that involves the strategic planning and execution of satellite manoeuvres to ensure the safe and efficient operation of space assets.
This process encompasses activities such as identifying potential risks of collision with other orbital objects, evaluating possible manoeuvre options, and determining the optimal path to avoid these risks while maintaining or achieving desired orbital positions.
The process requires the integration of space situational awareness data, analysis of satellite trajectories, and coordination with ground control and other stakeholders.
By executing precise calculations and using advanced algorithms, the Manoeuvre Planning Process helps in mitigating threats from space debris, ensuring compliance with space traffic management regulations, and optimizing the operational lifespan and functionality of satellites.
Why maneuver planning matters for safety, fuel, and continuity
Maneuver planning directly affects mission safety, fuel budget, and service continuity, especially in congested LEO where conjunction risks can evolve quickly.
Operators must turn space situational awareness data into timely, defensible decisions by screening conjunctions, comparing maneuver trade-offs against mission constraints, coordinating with control teams and other stakeholders, and documenting actions for space traffic management compliance.
Robust maneuver planning reduces collision probability, limits unnecessary burns, and supports scalable fleet and constellation operations.
How Look Up supports maneuver planning
Look Up supports maneuver planning by detecting and tracking objects with SORASYS radars and fusing these observations with external data in the SYNAPSE platform to maintain an up-to-date space picture.
SYNAPSE issues timely conjunction alerts and runs collision avoidance predictions with a 99.9% accuracy rate, helping operators prioritize events and act faster.
For execution, Look Up provides collision avoidance support and tailored maneuver recommendations aligned with mission constraints, delivered via:
- API
- interface
- on-premises deployment for secure operations
We deliver space situational awareness (SSA) and space domain awareness (SDA) solutions that help secure active satellites and ensure safe operations in the ever-growing expanse of space.