The book focuses on control methods of hardware-in-the-loop simulation robots on the ground to simulate the contact dynamics of spacecraft and space manipulators in space. Both principles and engineering practice have been addressed. This is achieved by providing an in-depth study of several major topics such as control system structure and modeling, simulation distortion analysis, distortion compensation control methods, simulation and experimental verification, and applications. The comprehensive and systematic treatment of practical issues in the control of hardware-in-the-loop space contact simulation robots is one of the main features of the book, which is particularly suitable for readers who are interested in learning practical solutions in the control of hardware-in-the-loop space contact simulation robots. The book can benefit researchers, engineers, and graduate students in the fields of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, and control engineering, etc.
