Generic Polynomial Weapon Integration Algorithm
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Solution Overview
Problem
The integration of weapon systems with aircraft is complex and time-consuming, requiring extensive storage and processing capacity due to the need for distinct models for each weapon type, which complicates updates and certifications, especially for air-to-air and air-to-ground engagements.
Innovation Solution
A system using a generic polynomial algorithm to generate a performance envelope for weapons, with coefficients determined by a genetic algorithm, allowing for a unified display of feasibility on aircraft, reducing the need for multiple models and streamlining the integration process by uploading coefficients specific to each weapon type.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If distinct models are created for each weapon type, then measurement precision and reliability are improved, but device complexity and storage requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal polynomial model that can represent multiple weapon types through a single mathematical framework. The model uses standardized parameters and polynomial expressions that can be configured for different weapon systems without requiring separate model structures, thereby reducing complexity while maintaining precision through parameter differentiation rather than structural duplication
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the approach from structural differentiation to parameter differentiation. By using polynomial models where weapon-specific characteristics are captured through adjustable parameters and coefficients rather than different model architectures, the system achieves both precision for various weapon types and reduced complexity through a unified model structure
2Reliability
If comprehensive weapon models are integrated, then reliability is improved, but integration time and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by pre-defining the polynomial model structure and integration framework before specific weapons need to be integrated. The standardized model architecture and parameter definitions are established in advance, allowing new weapons to be quickly integrated by simply configuring parameters rather than performing comprehensive integration procedures each time
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the weapon model into standardized components represented by polynomial terms and parameters. This segmentation allows the model to be built from modular mathematical building blocks that can be systematically integrated with aircraft systems through defined interfaces, reducing integration complexity and time while maintaining comprehensive weapon system representation
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple weapon models are stored, then adaptability is improved, but storage capacity requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal polynomial model that serves multiple weapon types through a single data structure. The model uses standardized parameters and polynomial expressions that can represent various weapon characteristics without requiring separate storage for each weapon type, thereby reducing storage requirements while maintaining adaptability through parameter configuration
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses polynomial expressions as mathematical copies that efficiently represent weapon characteristics. Instead of storing extensive detailed models for each weapon, the system stores compact polynomial coefficients and parameters that can be evaluated to generate weapon performance data, significantly reducing storage requirements while preserving essential weapon properties
4Adaptability or versatility
If weapon models are modified for new weapons, then adaptability is improved, but integration complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables new weapon integration through parameter changes rather than model restructuring. The polynomial model framework remains constant, and new weapons are accommodated by adjusting polynomial coefficients, degrees, and physical parameters, significantly reducing the complexity of adapting the system to new weapon types while maintaining full adaptability
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AI summary
Systems and methods of integrating weapons systems with the aircraft systems of an aircraft carrying the weapon so as to generate on the aircraft in flight a display indicative of the weapon successfully engaging a target are disclosed. The system comprises a ground station for generating a database describing the weapon performance envelope, a generator for creating coefficients characteristic of that performance envelope using a generic algorithm and an uploader for uploading the coefficients to the aircraft, and a reconstructor on the aircraft containing the same generic algorithm and adapted to select the coefficients for the algorithm according to the aircraft and target conditions in order to generate the feasibility display, wherein the algorithm is generic to both air to ground and air to air weapons.