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Method and system for maneuvering movable object

US7366593B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2003
Grant dateApr 29, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 22, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05D1/0206
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A movable object maneuver method wherein a destination point is set; wherein a thrust value is calculated in real time which minimizes or maximizes a performance index associated with one or more state variables and thrust required for a movable object to reach the destination point and which takes into account non-linear conditions inherent to the movable object; and wherein the movable object is moved based on the calculated thrust value.

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