Generic Algorithm Weapon Integration Feasibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
The integration of weapon systems with aircraft is complex and time-consuming, requiring lengthy and costly processes due to the need for distinct models for each weapon type, which complicates the calculation of Launch Acceptability Region (LAR) and Launch Success Zone (LSZ) for air-to-ground and air-to-air engagements, respectively.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that utilize a generic test algorithm and configuration data to generate feasibility displays for weapon engagement, allowing for rapid adaptation to different weapon types by processing feasibility data on board the aircraft, using remote processors to configure and upload necessary data, and modifying it to satisfy specific test criteria for LAR, LSZ, and Missile Engagement Zone calculations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If distinct models are created for each weapon type, then the accuracy of LAR and LSZ calculations is improved, but the complexity of system integration increases and integration time extends
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal aircraft system that can interface with multiple different weapon types through a standardized architecture. Instead of creating distinct integration models for each weapon, the system uses a common framework that adapts to different weapons through configurable parameters and standardized data exchanges, thereby reducing integration complexity while maintaining calculation accuracy
Solution Approach 2:
The system manages weapon-specific variations by changing parameters within a unified model rather than creating entirely separate models. By adjusting configurable parameters to represent different weapon characteristics, the system maintains model accuracy for various weapons while avoiding the complexity of multiple distinct integration frameworks
2Reliability
If comprehensive integration is performed for each weapon model, then the reliability of aircraft system compatibility is improved, but the integration time and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent establishes comprehensive integration requirements and compatibility criteria in advance, before specific weapons are integrated. By defining the integration framework, data standards, and compatibility checks beforehand, the system ensures reliable aircraft-system compatibility when new weapons are introduced, while avoiding repeated comprehensive integration processes that would extend time and increase costs
Solution Approach 2:
The universal integration framework is designed to handle multiple weapon types through standardized procedures, ensuring that reliability requirements are met across different weapon systems without requiring separate comprehensive integration processes for each weapon, thereby reducing integration time and cost
3Measurement precision
If separate models are used for different weapon types, then the specificity of weapon performance representation is improved, but the storage capacity requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple weapon-specific models into a single unified data structure that represents all weapon types. By consolidating common parameters, relationships, and calculation methodologies into one integrated model, the system maintains specific weapon performance characteristics while significantly reducing the total storage capacity required compared to maintaining separate comprehensive models for each weapon
4Measurement precision
If weapon models are substantially modified for new weapons, then the accuracy of feasibility assessment is improved, but the integration process becomes lengthy and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The system achieves accurate feasibility assessment for new weapons by modifying parameters within the existing unified model rather than creating substantially new models. This approach maintains the accuracy needed for proper feasibility assessment while avoiding the lengthy and expensive integration process that would result from substantial model modifications
Solution Approach 2:
The universal model framework allows new weapons to be integrated through parameter adjustments rather than substantial model recreation, maintaining feasibility assessment accuracy while significantly improving integration process efficiency
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AI summary
A method and apparatus for generating, in an aircraft in flight, a feasibility display indicative of the feasibility of a weapon, the method comprising: providing a performance envelope for the weapon; determining, using the performance envelope, configuration data for configuring a generic algorithm; uploading the configuration data to the aircraft; generating feasibility data indicative of the feasibility of a weapon carried on the aircraft successfully engaging a target and/or the feasibility of a weapon carried on the target successfully engaging the aircraft; determining, on board the aircraft, using the same generic algorithm and the uploaded configuration data, one or more test criteria; performing, on board the aircraft, an assessment process including determining whether or not the feasibility data satisfies the one or more test criteria; and, based the assessment, using the feasibility data, generating the feasibility display.