Techniques for Real-time Hypervelocity Projectile fly-out Generation and Optimization

Corvid Technologies proposes to develop a real-time trajectory generation and optimization tool for integration into hypervelocity projectile (HVP) weapon systems. This technology will use the massively parallel computing power of graphics processing units (GPUs) to perform numerous simulations of HVP shots in short runtimes. The GPU based trajectory simulation tool will include a full six degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) solver with high fidelity aerodynamic look up tables and guidance in the loop. A comprehensive Monte-Carlo analysis over all uncertainties (such as threat maneuvers, threat aerodynamics, and HVP launch conditions) will be performed to derive an average probability of kill for each candidate HVP trajectory. The performance of this hardware will enable the optimization of HVP trajectories based on threat information gathered in real time, such as threat type and tracking data. The trajectories of single and salvo HVP shots will be optimized using simulation-based optimization. In this Phase I effort Corvid will develop an initial 6-DOF GPU trajectory simulation capability. Corvid will demonstrate the runtime performance of the hardware and utilize it to investigate different approaches to optimizing HVP trajectories against a notional ballistic missile threat.Approved for Public Release | 18-MDA-9710 (6 Jul 18)