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The theoretical basis for current GNC algorithms implemented in interceptors has evolved from linear optimal control theory, which includes simple target maneuvers. These implementations suffer from lack of robustness when future threat target maneuvers are encountered, since the interceptor to target maneuver advantage required will exceed the maximums achievable. The spiraling and chaotic natu ...

The objective of the proposal is to develop and extend to 6-DOF missile-target engagement and dynamic models of the integrated guidance-control and filtering-target-missile state estimation algorithms to achieve the hit-to-kill accuracy against targets performing evasive maneuvers, including spiraling motion. In order to validate the performance of the sliding mode control (SMC) observers and robu ...

In this proposal, we proposed to develop and implement a new, advanced homing missile guidance algorithm for kinetic kill interceptors against advanced maneuvering threats. Rather than estimate target motion or develop a filter on assumed strategy of the adversary, SySense suggests that a filter be constructed so that the dynamic effect of the target in the direction of the target acceleration is ...

SySense proposes a new method for missile guidance. The method improves target hit rate for a given set of instruments. SySense proposes the development of this algorithm through 6 DOF simulation and then implementation into a hardware-in-the-loop simulation. Future efforst will see the program.

In order to destroy maneuvering ballistic targets containing chemical, biological or nuclear warheads by means of PAC-3 or THAAD like systems, the accuracy of intercept should be within centimeters from the targeted aimpoint. The twofold objectives of thePhase II research is to continue to develop, optimize and mature the new advanced GNC algorithms, including estimators/differentiators, guidance ...

SSCI, in collaboration with University of Texas, Austin (UTA), proposes to develop, integrate, implement and test a novel framework for the design and performance evaluation of Guidance, Naviagation & Control algorithms for spacecraft Autonomous Rendezvous and Docking (AR\&D). The framework is referred to as the GUARD (GUidance, Navigation and Control for AR\&D), and will include a suite of advanc ...

The objective of the proposalis to develop and extend the algorithmic state of the art for the guidance, target state and estimation, and control of current and advanced missile interceptors. Three potential areas have been identified which can benefitfrom the new and extended developments proposed. Most importantly, these three developments can be integrated with one another to provide a more c ...

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a devastating disease that has undergone a striking increase in prevalence in the U.S. and worldwide. Although a number of different drugs exist to help manage this condition, unfortunately morethan 1/3 of affected individuals fail to achieve healthy blood glucose levels. Of the therapies used, metformin (i.e. Glucophage, a member of th ...

DESCRIPTION: Biomarkers currently employed for the detection of organ toxicity are often not sensitive enough to detect the early stages of acute organ damage, i.e. at a stage when reducing or eliminating exposure to a toxin could prevent progression of organ damage or a disease process, nor do they adequately discriminate damage to one organ system vs. another. For example, the level of aminotra ...

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): Current biomarkers employed in the detection of organ toxicity are often not sensitive enough to detect the early stages of acute organ damage, i.e. at a stage when reducing or eliminating exposure to a toxin could prevent progression of organ damage or a disease process. By the time current toxicity biomarkers are detected in biological fluids there is already ...