A Study of Techniques for Real-Time, On-Line Optimum Flight Path Control. Three-Dimensional Minimum-Time Flight Paths with Two State Variables.
Abstract
A study of three-dimensional, minimum-time turning maneuvers for supersonic fighter aircraft is described. For turns which do not specify the end-point position, the optimum maneuvers comprise a one-parameter family of flight paths. All the optimum turns, and their associated control variables can be presented in simple graphical form for a specified aircraft configuration. A feedback control diagram can be easily constructed for all minimum-time turns to a specified final energy level. This feedback chart could be implemented in the airborne computer to provide real-time, on-line optimal flight path control. Numerical results for an early model of the F4 fighter illustrate the control technique. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0782490
Entities
People
- Arthur E. Bryson Jr.
- Chen-chung Hsin
- William C. Hoffman