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Linear Covariance Analysis For Gimbaled Pointing Systems, Randall S. Christensen
Linear Covariance Analysis For Gimbaled Pointing Systems, Randall S. Christensen
All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Spring 1920 to Summer 2023
Linear covariance analysis has been utilized in a wide variety of applications. Historically, the theory has made significant contributions to navigation system design and analysis. More recently, the theory has been extended to capture the combined effect of navigation errors and closed-loop control on the performance of the system. These advancements have made possible rapid analysis and comprehensive trade studies of complicated systems ranging from autonomous rendezvous to vehicle ascent trajectory analysis. Comprehensive trade studies are also needed in the area of gimbaled pointing systems where the information needs are different from previous applications. It is therefore the objective of …