Energy Decay in a Gyrostatically Influenced Rigid Body

The rotational motion of rigid bodies (RBs) subjected to external torques is fundamental to understanding dynamics in various engineering applications. A RB model comprising a spherical slug centered near the RB's center of mass, covered by a viscid layer, provides valuable insights into RB dynamics when exposed to external torques. Analyzing such systems' stability is essential for designing efficient and stable systems in aerospace and robotics, particularly for spacecraft and satellites involving rotor-stabilization, internal moving masses, and fuel sloshing. This study examines the rotational dynamics of a semi-RB under constant body-fixed torques (CBFTs) and a gyrostatic moment (GM), considering internal…