Energetic Feasibility of Redirecting Trans-Neptunian Objects onto Mars-Impacting Orbits: Continuous Thrust and Gravity Assist Trajectories

Ryszard Gabryszewski, Leszek Czechowski, Arkadiusz Hess

We assess the dynamical feasibility of redirecting small volatile-bearing trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs) onto Mars-impacting orbits using continuous low-thrust propulsion and a sin…