Dynamics, analytical solutions and choice of parameters for towed space debris with flexible appendages

@article{Aslanov2015DynamicsAS,
  title={Dynamics, analytical solutions and choice of parameters for towed space debris with flexible appendages},
  author={Vladimir S. Aslanov and Vadim Yudintsev},
  journal={Advances in Space Research},
  year={2015},
  volume={55},
  pages={660-667}
}
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