ENG22AS0042
ENG22AS0042
by Udhaya A K
Introduction: Importance of Precise Guidance and
Control
Accuracy
For rockets and missiles, achieving the target with precision
is paramount. Guidance systems ensure the projectile
Safety
follows the intended trajectory, maximizing effectiveness. Reliable guidance systems ensure safe flight paths,
minimizing the risk of collateral damage and potential
accidents.
Types of Guidance Systems
3 Homing Guidance
Tracking a target signal (infrared, radar, or laser) to guide the
projectile to its destination.
Inertial Guidance
Autonomous
An autonomous navigation system that operates
High Accuracy
independently, using accelerometers and gyroscopes to track
Provides precise trajectory calculations, crucial for long-
position. It is unaffected by external interference, making it
range missions and deep space exploration.
ideal for applications where communication is unreliable or
compromised.
Command Guidance
External Control Flexibility
Allows for real-time adjustments based on changing Suited for applications where mission parameters need
conditions and mission objectives. frequent modification.
Homing Guidance
Target-Specific
Adapts to target movement, providing a high degree of
Precision Strikes
accuracy, especially in complex combat scenarios.
Ideal for precision strikes against moving or stationary
targets.
Aerodynamic Control
Systems
AI-Powered Guidance
Adaptive learning and decision-making for real-time adjustments.
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Quantum Navigation
2 Ultra-precise navigation using quantum entanglement.