Improvements to the BMDS Hit-to-Kill Lethality Predictive Toolset

The proposed work improves modeling impact and sensor response. More accurate predictions of the relevant debris scenes will be accomplished by improving material characterization methods, implementing new numerical damage mechanisms, and utilizing those mechanisms with enhanced material modeling capabilities to evaluate the tearing response. Additionally, improvements regarding simulated sensor response to debris scenes are proposed to better generate radar scenes from the high-fidelity Velodyne output. After the newly implemented material models are calibrated, the fully populated parameter set will be used for benchmarking comparisons as well as predictions for system-level engagement scenarios. The final product will be an enhanced modeling capability to support future flight tests. Approved for Public Release | 17-MDA-9219 (31 May 17)