Abstract: A Modeling, Design, Analysis, Simulation, and Evaluation (MDASE) aspects of gyrocompassing in relation to Far-Target Location (FTL) systems include a Gyrocompass Modeling and Simulation System (GMSS). The GMSS is a modularized software system which has four major components: the 6DOF Motion Simulator, the IMU Sensor Simulator, the Gyrocompass System and Calibration Process Simulator, the Gyrocompass System Evaluation and Analysis Module. Each module has one or two graphic user interfaces (GUIs) as user interfaces for simulation components selection and parameter setting. The realization of the GMSS is based on any computer platforms, for it is written in high level language and tools and is portable. The stochastic signal analysis and sensor testing and modeling tools includes a suite of generic statistical analysis software, including Allan Variance and PSD analysis tools, which are available to every GMSS module and greatly enhanced the system functionality.

Abstract: A Modeling, Design, Analysis, Simulation, and Evaluation (MDASE) aspects of gyrocompassing in relation to Far-Target Location (FTL) systems include a Gyrocompass Modeling and Simulation System (GMSS). The GMSS has four major components: the 6 degree-of-freedom (6DOF) Motion Simulator, the IMU Sensor Simulator, the Gyrocompass System and Calibration Process Simulator, and the Gyrocompass System Evaluation and Analysis Module. The modular architecture of GMSS makes it very flexible for programming, testing, and system maintenance. The realization of the GMSS can be based on any computer platforms for the GMSS software is written in high level language and is portable. The stochastic signal analysis and sensor testing and modeling tools comprise a suite of generic statistical analysis software, including Allan Variance and power spectral density (PSD) analysis tools, which are available to every GMSS module and greatly enhanced the system functionality.

Abstract: A system and method for precision operational control of automated machines includes a motion element, an IMU installed at an end effector of the motion element for sensing and providing a motion measurement of the motion element, a central control processor receiving output of the IMU and producing commands, and a motion actuator receiving the commands from the central control processor to control the movement of the end effector of the motion element, so as to enable autonomous/intelligent control of the automated machine's end effector by incorporating the IMU to permit direct servo-control of the end effector's acceleration, velocity, angular rate, and angle—this closed-loop system minimizes effects of such disturbances like mechanical flexing and bending due to loading and nonlinear torques due to hydraulic components.

Abstract: A system and method for precision operational control of automated machines includes a motion element, an IMU (Inital Measuring Unit) installed at an end effector of the motion element for sensing and providing a motion measurement of the motion element, a central control processor receiving output of the IMU and producing commands, and a motion actuator receiving the commands from the central control processor to control the movement of the end effector of the motion element, so as to enable autonomous/intelligent control of the automated machine's end effector by incorporating the IMU to permit direct servo-control of the end effector's acceleration, velocity, angular rate. and angle—this closed-loop system minimizes effects of such disturbances like mechanical flexing and bending due to loading and nonlinear torques due to hydraulic components.