Camera sensor calibration approach for space control applications

Recent space science missions, including spacecraft navigation, orbit determination, and sensing systems that mimic the actual conditions in space have a considerable success depends on accurate trajectory tracking methods. Since ground-based calibration efforts can be corrupted during launch environments it is necessary to develop on-orbit calibration methods to maximize sensor performance. Future space systems will require more advanced navigation and control systems to avoid these potential problems. In this work, a camera sensor calibration approach is presented to conduct mission-oriented researches, and get hands on experience in conducting experiments for sensing, guidance, dynamics, and control of aerospace and space operations in a high-accurate environment.