Research Institute for Autonomous Precision Guided Systems
Abstract
The aim of this project is to leverage the manpower resources dedicated to basic research in technologies relevant to autonomous precision systems at the Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL/MN). This is accomplished by inviting scientists from the University of Florida and other institutions around the world to participate in this Research Institute at the University of Florida's Graduate Engineering & Research Center (UFGERC) for selected time periods. During their stay they work alongside AFRL/MN scientists on basic research issues relevant to the Air Force mission. This government operated/collaborator assisted (GOCA) concept is consistent with the aims and procedures espoused by the STW-21 initiative of the AFRL. The selection of research focus areas and invited participants reflects a partnership within which the UFGERC, AFRL/MN, and AFOSR collaborate as a team. This report covers the final years of performance on the present contract, which has been renewed for another three years, starting April 1, 2003. The Research Institute, initiated on May 1, 2000, is functioning effectively in bringing together outstanding scientists and their students in concentrated personal interactions with AFRL/MN scientists on a daily basis. The collection of visiting scientists from different, but related, fields has been fruitful in fostering multidisciplinary cooperation. The report reviews the year's accomplishments in terms of the institute's web site, two workshops that were held, a technical review meeting, and 31 seminars. There were 17 visiting scientists in residence during the year. The research focus on the capability of modeling strong discontinuities in solids to construct well-posed models of strain localization and failure and the numerical resolution of multiple-length scales; the thermo-mechanics of high-speed penetration of geomaterials & concrete; and integrated guidance/cooperative attack systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA417790
Entities
People
- Pasquale M. Sforza
Organizations
- University of Florida