Dynamics modeling and optimization of an asymmetric two-stage torsion pendulum for drag-free testing in the Taiji mission

Key Points

• The optimization of the asymmetric torsion pendulum improves drag-free testing performance tremendously.
• Metrics indicate significant reduction in noise levels, increasing detection accuracy in gravitational studies.
• Analysis focused on dynamics modeling and structural dynamics to refine pendulum characteristics.
• The findings may enable more precise measurements in gravitational wave experiments for future missions.