Model Prediction Control for Missile Autopilot and Navigation

Abstract

Digital model predictive control (MPC) design for autopilot of missiles is presented in this paper. Missiles are systems that are nonlinear, Multi Input and Multi Output (MIMO), and coupled. As MPC is a control method for linear systems, the missile model needs to be linearized first by using the feedback linearization method. It is desired that the missile achieves its target by following a predefined path by governed by the nonlinear guidance logic. The effectiveness of the design is shown by a simulation of pursuing a moving target.