Nondimensional forms for singular perturbation analyses of aircraft energy climbsThis paper proposes a systematic approach for identifying the perturbation parameter in singular perturbation analysis of aircraft optimal guidance, and in particular considers a family of problems related to aircraft energy climbs. The approach, which is based on a nondimensionalization of the equations of motion, is used to evaluatae the appropriateness of forced singular perturbation formulations used in the past for transport and fighter aircraft, and to assess the applicability of energy state approximations and singular perturbation analysis for airbreathing transatmospheric vehicles with hypersonic cruise and orbital capabilities.
Document ID
19910065025
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Calise, A. J. (Georgia Inst. of Tech. Atlanta, GA, United States)
Markopoulos, N. (Georgia Inst. of Tech. Atlanta, GA, United States)
Corban, J. E. (Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1991
Subject Category
Aircraft Design, Testing And Performance
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 91-2640
Meeting Information
Meeting: AIAA Guidance, Navigation and Control Conference