Project Title:

A Stochastic, Optimal, Feedforward and Feedback Control Methodology for Super-Agility

03.03-0371
A Stochastic, Optimal, Feedforward and Feedback Control Methodology for Super-Agility
Information & Control Systems, Inc.
28 Research Drive
Hampton
VA
23666
Nesim
Halyo
(804-865-0371)
LaRC

Abstract:

A new combined feedforward and feedback control design methodology will be investigated
for multi-input, multi-output dynamical systems such as the modern tactical aircraft.
In particular, the design of controllers for super-agility is addressed by an innovative
concept of determining the unconstrained stochastic, optimal, feed forward control
law to achieve high maneuverability within a greatly expanded flight envelope. The
approach is applicable to high-performance aircraft with static instability, numerous
control effectors, and thrust vectoring with requirements for integration of aerodynamic,
propulsive, and flexible modes. The structure of the optimal feedforward and feedback
controllers and algorithms to compute the required control parameters will be demonstrated
by simulation of a typical design problem.

Potential Commercial Application:

Potential Commercial Applications:  Applications could occur in the design of control
systems for military and commercial aircraft including supersonic transports and
aerospace planes.