An emerging requirement for next generation tactical missiles is target engagements beyond the range of the missile sensor. These non-line-of- sight (NLOS) engagements present missile design challenges that require trade studies to insure that the missile performs within the constraints of the total weapon system. NLOS performance is a function of missile kinematic range, missile navigation performance, targeting sensor, missile sensor, communication infrastructure and engagement geometry. The Longbow 6-DOF simulation was modified for Monte Carlo analysis of NLOS engagements. Analyses were conducted in the following trade space: Engagement Scenarios including autonomous and remote targeting; engagement timeline from 2-30 second handover delay; target kinematics such as fixed, stationary, and moving; spotter, shooter, target geometry; missile IMU quality; spotter, shooter OPS quality; varied targeting sensors; target range; and missile acquisition sensor range.
Missile Development Trade Studies to Accomplish Long Range Engagements
2000
11 pages
Report
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English
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