Precision Inertial Navigation Systems High Dynamic Range Atom Sensors and Systems (PINS HiDRA)

Abstract

Precision Inertial Navigation Systems High Dynamic Range Atom Sensors and Systems (PINS HiDRA) will develop an integrated cold atom-based inertial measurement unit (IMU) suitable for use on a wide range of military platforms. The program will build on the work of the Precision Inertial Navigation Systems (PINS) program (funded in PE 0603768E, Project GT-01) to dramatically increase the dynamic range of the sensors, thereby enabling operation on aircraft and missiles. Extensive system integration and miniaturization will reduce system size, weight, and power, while increasing navigation performance as measured against currently fielded aircraft inertial navigation systems. Key technology challenges include high-brightness atom sources, innovative atom interferometer measurement schemes that function in high-dynamic environments, and high g-tolerant laser stabilization schemes. The PINS HiDRA program will focus on transition to the Services.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
191fc73db26662d58dff370bb635beb9

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Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Inertial Navigation Systems.
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Optical Physics and Photonics.

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy

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