Control of a Gliding Parachute System in a Non-Uniform Wind

Abstract

This report investigates a method for post deployment guiding of a cargo-carrying gliding parachute to a target. Least squares estimation and an open-loop control law based on geometric considerations are combined to define a closed-loop control law for the system under variable wind conditions. Simulation studies of the overall system are included for a variety of initial conditions and wind profiles. These simulations indicate that the proposed algorithm, with additional experimentation, may be a feasible solution to the problem.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA036076

Entities

People

  • Allan E. Pearson
  • Kuang-chung Wei

Organizations

  • Brown University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Computational Science
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Differential Equations
  • Engineering
  • Equations
  • Equations Of Motion
  • Errors
  • Gaussian Processes
  • Intervals
  • Markov Processes
  • Procedures (Computers)
  • Simulations
  • Stochastic Processes
  • Wind Direction

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  • Aerial Delivery - Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Control Systems Engineering.
  • Theoretical Analysis.