Synthesis of sliding modes in the systems with uncertain disturbances and measurement errors

The techniques of forming the mobile sliding manifolds and vector controls, which bring these systems into the sliding modes under continuous action of uncertain factors, namely limited disturbances and total errors in measurements, are developed for dynamic systems with discontinuous control. The techniques are applicable for effective control of complex aerospace objects.     

复杂环境下翼伞系统的组合式航迹规划

传统翼伞系统的航迹规划主要考虑落点精度及逆风着陆等指标,而当空投区域环境较为复杂,在翼伞系统归航路径上存在障碍时,如何规避这些障碍也成为翼伞系统航迹规划所必须要考虑的因素。针对翼伞空投过程有可能遇到高山或者高大建筑物阻碍的问题,提出了一种复杂环境下翼伞系统的组合式航迹规划策略。该方法将翼伞空投的区域分为障碍区和着陆区,在障碍区中采用快速搜索随机树（RRT）算法进行可行路径搜索,考虑到RRT算法生成的轨迹包含棱角,导致路径不够平滑的问题,结合翼伞系统质点模型的运动特性,对其进行了适用性改进,以使规划的航迹满足实际翼伞空投需求。为了解决RRT算法搜索方向随机,难以满足逆风着陆的问题,当翼伞系统进入着陆区后采用分段归航的方式设计航迹,并借助遗传算法（GA）求解目标参数,实现翼伞系统能量控制及逆风着陆。提出的复杂环境下翼伞系统的组合式航迹规划策略求解速度较快,能够同时满足翼伞系统避障、能量控制及逆风着陆要求,得到的参考航迹较为平滑。     

Sajben扩压器复杂流动中湍流模型的性能评估

用8个常用的湍流模型对Sajben扩压器中跨声速流动进行了数值模拟,评估了Spalart-Allmaras, 标准k-ε, RNG (re-normalization group) k-ε,realizable k-ε,标准k-ω,SST(shear stress transport) k-ω,v2-f,Reynolds stress共8个湍流模型对激波/湍流边界层相互作用的模拟预测能力.通过与实验数据比较发现:SST k-ω模型和v2-f模型比其他模型模拟的更准确,其中SST k-ω模型比v2-f更能准确地预测壁面压力,然而对于分离点、再附点以及分离区长度v2-f比SST k-ω预测得更准确.      

高升力翼型复杂流动模拟中湍流模型性能评估

采用软件Fluent中工程常用的7个涡黏湍流模型对某种高升力3段翼的降落阶段绕流进行了数值模拟.通过和试验及经过试验校验过的延迟脱体模拟（delayed detached eddy simulation,DDES）结果进行详细的对比分析,包括翼型压力系数、马赫数、涡量场和湍动能分布等,系统地研究了常用涡黏湍流模型对该高升力翼型的模拟性能.结果表明：对于平均流场,standard k-ω模型的模拟性能最好,能较好预测翼型压力系数、襟翼分离区位置和大小等;SST （shear stress transport）k-ω模型性能也较好,一方程SA （Spalart-Allmaras）模型和四方程v²-f模型具有相近的性能,而k-ε系列模型性能相对较差.对于湍流场的模拟性能,和上述平均流场对比所得结论相一致,但所有湍流模型均未预测出襟翼分离区附近湍动能“最大”的分布特征.     

Assessment of advanced RANS turbulence models for prediction of complex flows in compressors

Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes(RANS) Computational Fluid Dynamics(CFD) has been widely used in compressor design and analysis. However, reasonable prediction of compressor flow and its impact on compressor performance remains challenging. In this study, Menter’s Shear Stress Transport(SST) model and its variants, as well as the ω-based Reynolds stress model(Stress-BSL) are assessed. For a single rotor(Rotor 67), under the peak efficiency operating condition, all studied turbulence models predic...     

Nonlinear eddy viscosity and algebraic stress models for solving complex turbulent flows

Nonlinear eddy viscosity and algebraic stress models are currently providing an invaluable link between the more common linear eddy viscosity turbulence models and the full differential Reynolds stress forms. With the increased popularity has come an abundance of different formulations. The purpose of this review is to provide a cohesive framework for the variety of models proposed and to highlight the various similarities and differences among the models. Their link with differential Reynolds stress models and their improved predictive capability over linear eddy-viscosity models is also highlighted.     

Post-correlation probabilistic models in the problem of signal discrimination for modern information and communication systems

In this paper, we consider an approach to synthesizing the optimal poly-Gaussian algorithms of the randomly fluctuating signals and interference discrimination providing a higher efficiency of decision making in the non-Gaussian channels with respect to the correlation algorithms.     

Performance evaluation of complex systems using evidential reasoning approach with uncertain parameters

The composition of the modern aerospace system becomes more and more complex. The performance degradation of any device in the system may cause it difficult for the whole system to keep normal working states. Therefore, it is essential to evaluate the performance of complex aerospace systems. In this paper, the performance evaluation of complex aerospace systems is regarded as a Multi-Attribute Decision Analysis (MADA) problem. Based on the structure and working principle of the system, a new Evidential Reasoning (ER) based approach with uncertain parameters is proposed to construct a nonlinear optimization model to evaluate the system performance. In the model, the interval form is used to express the uncertainty, such as error in testing data and inaccuracy in expert knowledge. In order to analyze the subsystems that have a great impact on the performance of the system, the sensitivity analysis of the evaluation result is carried out, and the corresponding maintenance strategy is proposed. For a type of Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) used in a rocket, the proposed method is employed to evaluate its performance. Then, the parameter sensitivity of the evaluation result is analyzed, and the main factors affecting the performance of IMU are obtained. Finally, the comparative study shows the effectiveness of the proposed method.     

Improving the productivity of complex electronic systems design byutilizing applied design methodologies

The design process of complex electronic systems consists of four traditional main stages, which are system design, electronic design, mechanical design, and design for manufacturing. Even today when many integrated computer aided design environments are in use for electronic systems design, we still seem to accept that the design process really has to follow this path of four individual design stages. It is common that we are dealing with data transfer problems between different types of CAE-applications. However, there is a possibility to avoid the disadvantages due to integration problems between the design stages if we decide to develop the design methodology itself instead of developing those independent software applications. One effective way to improve the productivity of complex electronic systems design is to tune the so-called systematic design approach by adding special aspects of electronic systems design into the questionnaires used for collecting the requirement lists for further mechanical design and DFM. Another important tool is the carefully made manufacturability analysis. The deep interaction of mechanical and electronic design, extended by manufacturability analysis can also lead to innovative solutions as presented previously by the author. In the article entitled “Manufacturability Analysis-A Useful Subset of Systems Engineering” we were able to show that the number of iteration cycles during the different design and manufacturing stages could be reduced by 50% compared to the conventional design methodology. In this paper, we illustrate additional tools to continue this promising development work     

Dynamics of air transport networks: A review from a complex systems perspective

Air transport systems are highly dynamic at temporal scales from minutes to years. This dynamic behavior not only characterizes the evolution of the system but also affect the system's functioning. Understanding the evolutionary mechanisms is thus fundamental in order to better design optimal air transport networks that benefits companies, passengers and the environment. In this review, we briefly present and discuss the state-of-the-art on time-evolving air transport net-works. We distinguish the structural analysis of sequences of network snapshots, ideal for long-term network evolution (e.g. annual evolution), and temporal paths, preferred for short-term dynamics (e.g. hourly evolution). We emphasize that most previous research focused on the first modeling approach (i.e. long-term) whereas only a few studies look at high-resolution temporal paths. We conclude the review highlighting that much research remains to be done, both to apply already available methods and to develop new measures for temporal paths on air transport networks. In particular, we identify that the study of delays, network resilience and optimization of resources (aircraft and crew) are critical topics.     

Statistical estimation of navigation errors

An algorithm for estimating navigation system accuracy without the use of so-called ground truth data is presented. The estimates are expressed in terms of system covariance matrices and relative bias vectors; if one of the systems is a dead-reckoning (DR) or inertial system, the algorithm also estimates drift rate parameters. A summary of tests with US Navy ships backs up the results of Monte Carlo testing. The algorithm should also have applications outside the field of navigation     

SAR resolution in the presence of phase errors

The author analyzes the effects of phase errors on synthetic aperture radar (SAR). The theory is applied to the following question: how does the achievable resolution vary with the carrier frequency when optimum quadratic focus and/or optimum processing interval (synthetic aperture length) are used? Numerous related results are given, so that much of the material is tutorial. For phase errors corresponding to uncompensated motion, the best achievable RMS resolution with any phase error spectrum satisfies the derived equation. For motion-induced phase errors it is seen that resolution improves with increasing carrier frequency when the first term in the expression applies (e.g. for phase errors concentrated at low frequencies) and resolution is independent of carrier frequency when R δ/v/v is the smaller term (e.g. with broad band or high frequency phase errors)     

On-orbit calibration of satellite antenna-pointing errors

A pragmatic approach is presented to the on-orbit calibration of the spaceborne gimbaled parabolic reflector antennas to enhance their pointing and tracking accuracies in the presence of unknown structural deformations and other errors. The technique described is based on the second-order extended Kalman filter. Except for some knowledge of Kalman filtering, the work is self-contained and tutorial in character, developing necessary error models and deriving most pertinent equations from first principles. Preliminary simulations, from which covariance analysis results have been obtained, indicate a 66% improvement in the accuracy of the antenna pointing angles     

Gaussian mixture model based adaptive control for uncertain nonlinear systems with complex state constraints

This paper addresses an uncertain nonlinear control system problem with complex state constraints and mismatched uncertainties. A novel Gaussian Mixture Model(GMM) based adaptive PID-Nonsingular Terminal Sliding Mode Control(NTSMC)(GMM-adaptive-PID-NTSMC)method is proposed. It is achieved by combining a GMM based adaptive potential function with a novel switching surface of PID-NTSMC. Next, the stability of the closed-loop system is proved.The main contribution of this paper is that the GMM meth...     

运输航空器维修差错统计分析

近年来,随着科学技术的进步,新材料、新技术、新工艺不断应用于民用航空领域,运输航空器的可靠性和安全性得到了显著提高。但是,大部分的维修工作仍然是由人来完成,人的能力和局限性没有变化,维修差错仍是导致飞行事故的重要原因之一。同时新材料、新技术、新工艺的引入也对机务维修带来新的要求,因此分析、研究最近的维修差错事     

Performance of phased-array antennas with mechanical errors

The performance of planar phase-array antennas with mechanical errors is investigated. Errors in array element positions as a result of structural distortions are considered as deterministic and predictable. Detailed calculations for two assumed modes of distortion reveal that their effects on antenna performance are the loss of peak response in the scan direction and the broadening of the mainlobe, while the far-out sidelobe structure remains relatively intact. For large antennas, performance improvement can be expected by suitable phase compensation. Performance of antennas with random errors in their element positions must be treated statistically. Expressions of average directivity and sidelobe level corresponding to arbitrary error magnitudes in element position, amplitude and phase of excitation as well as finite rate of failure of element modules were derived and verified by direct numerical calculations from the antenna directivity patterns. For a planar phased-array antenna typical for space-based radars, the standard deviation of element position errors must not exceed 1% of the operating wavelength in order to maintain a -10 dBi sidelobe level     

Modeling quaternion errors in SDINS: computer frame approach

We propose new equivalent tilt error models which are applicable to the analysis of the terrestrial strapdown inertial navigation systems (SDINS), based on the quaternions. The currently available equivalent tilt error models, like the conventional Φ model of the gimbaled inertial navigation systems (GINS), are derived only by the true frame approach. The true frame approach has a computational disadvantage that it produces an error model where the attitude error equation is coupled with its position and velocity error equations. The motivation of this work is to solve this problem. As a result, two kinds of error models are derived. Among them, one is derived by the computer frame approach for practical onboard implementations. Thus, like the conventional GINS Ψ model, its attitude error equation is decoupled from the position and velocity error equations. The other is derived in order to show the relationship between the true frame approach and the computer frame approach which are applied to the quaternion-based SDINS. Thus, like the GINS δΘ model, it can be used to transform the error variables into each other which are calculated by the two different approaches     

Localization performance of arrays subject to phase errors

The passive localisation of radiating sources using an array subject to random perturbations in sensor phases is presented. All source signals as well as additive noises observed at the sensors are assumed to be independent identically distributed zero-mean Gaussian random processes. Cramer-Rao bounds are derived for source bearings and ranges for the phase errors at each sensor. It is shown that accurate phase calibration can be achieved when the number of sources exceeds a certain minimum. The locations of the calibrating sources need not be known a priori and need only satisfy mild regularity conditions. A calibration procedure is proposed which uses maximum-likelihood techniques     

Effect of errors on a contention-based TDMA protocol

A hybrid contention-based time-division multiple access (TDMA) protocol was previously proposed for data transmission (D. Tsai et al., IEEE Trans. on Communications, COM-36, Feb. 1988, p.225-8). It provides satisfactory performance for an error-free channel. The effect of channel errors on the performance of this protocol is studied. To remain operational the protocol must be modified, and the modified protocol is then analyzed. Results derived include the average of frame length, the number of slots wasted, the number of residual packets, and delay. Numerical examples show that channel errors can sometime be damaging but can be recovered by proper error control codes     

叶片加工误差对压气机性能的影响

在压气机三维动叶片结构参数中,叶型的前缘角、后缘角、前后缘形状、弦长、厚度、不同叶高位置这6个典型参数同时受加工误差影响,对压气机性能影响较大。为找出叶片加工误差对压气机性能的影响规律,对某跨声速压气机转子叶片的加工误差进行了研究,针对加工误差引起的上述6个典型结构参数变化,归纳出3个加工水平,并采用正交实验法设计出27个样本,通过数值计算对所有样本的性能进行对比分析。结果表明这6个典型结构参数的加工误差综合作用对压气机的总压比、效率、流量影响较大,增加的最大量分别为2.02%、1.47%、1.87%,减小的最大量分别为-0.87%、-1.42%、-0.88%,极差分析表明影响效率的主要参数为前缘角误差、厚度误差,影响总压比的主要参数为前后缘形状、厚度误差、不同叶高位置,影响流量的主要参数为前缘角误差、前后缘形状,回归线性分析证实压气机效率、流量的变化与上述典型参数的加工误差综合作用成线性关系。