Advanced target tracking in spacecraft attitude control systems using disturbance observer-based intelligent terminal sliding mode controllers

Hamid Ghadiri, Hamed Khodadadi, Mohammad Mahdi Giahi, Department of Electrical Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Department of Electrical Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Islamic Azad University

Journal of Vibration and Control

Published online on March 18, 2026

Abstract

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Spacecraft control is critical for mission success, especially when facing both unpredictable external disturbances, including gravity torques, solar radiation, and aerodynamic drag, and internal challenges such as uncertain inertia and actuator faults. ...