Abstract
In space-based gravitational wave detection missions, inertial sensors act as the inertial reference, requiring the test mass (TM) to maintain exceptionally low residual acceleration noise. High-energy particles, cosmic rays, and ion pumps during ground tests can quickly lead to charge accumulation on the TM surface, necessitating a charge management system to regulate surface charges. To manage the TM surface potential, this paper develops a mathematical model of the charge management system using established ultraviolet (UV) discharge simulation methods. The model describes how photoelectron emission or absorption on the TM surface varies with UV light-emitting diodes (LEDs) power and bias voltage. For the first time, a dual-loop control method is implemented for charge control, highlighting its practical significance. The controller precisely regulates the TM surface potential and residual charges to specified values, achieving a control accuracy of 1.1×106e, meeting the stringent requirements of space-based gravitational wave detection missions. This approach offers a closed-loop charge management solution and provides valuable insights for designing future charge management systems.
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