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14.Chapter 5

This document discusses the evaluation of Continuously Computed Impact Point (CCIP) and Continuously Computed Release Point (CCRP) methodologies in predicting bomb trajectories, highlighting CCRP's superior accuracy and reduced need for manual adjustments. It concludes that while both methods are effective, CCRP offers greater reliability and adaptability in dynamic military operations. The study suggests that incorporating a Six Degrees of Freedom (6DOF) model could further enhance predictive accuracy by accounting for complex aerodynamic factors.

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14.Chapter 5

This document discusses the evaluation of Continuously Computed Impact Point (CCIP) and Continuously Computed Release Point (CCRP) methodologies in predicting bomb trajectories, highlighting CCRP's superior accuracy and reduced need for manual adjustments. It concludes that while both methods are effective, CCRP offers greater reliability and adaptability in dynamic military operations. The study suggests that incorporating a Six Degrees of Freedom (6DOF) model could further enhance predictive accuracy by accounting for complex aerodynamic factors.

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CHAPTER 5
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION
5.1 Discussion
The Discussions of the calculation from this thesis are as follow:
(a) Accuracy and Error Analysis: The CCIP methodology is evaluated
through its ability to predict impact points under variable conditions. The
closest trajectory to the target was observed at specific time marks for
each scenario, indicating the method's precision. However, anomalies in
data suggest sensitivity to environmental variables like wind speed and
direction, which may affect accuracy. For instance, in Scenario 1 (Table
4.10), at the 4-second mark, the CCIP calculated trajectory demonstrates
a close path to the target, suggesting a high degree of accuracy within the
operational constraints set by the environmental parameters. The CCRP
methodology optimizes the release point and trajectory to achieve the
highest accuracy with minimal manual adjustments. The optimized results
for different scenarios show a higher degree of accuracy compared to
CCIP, with near-perfect alignment with the target locations. For example,
in Scenario 1 (Table 4.14), the CCRP method achieved an optimized
bomb range of 1827m, which closely aligns with the target.
(b) Comparison of CCIP and CCRP: The comparative analysis between
CCIP and CCRP algorithms (Table 4.15) indicates that CCRP generally
provides more accurate release points and impact positions across various
scenarios. For example, in Scenario 1, CCRP's calculated impact position
(2501m X, 210m Y) closely matches the target position (2500m X, 200m
Y), demonstrating its superior precision. The error percentages for CCRP
are consistently lower than those for CCIP, highlighting CCRP's better
adaptability and precision in hitting targets without requiring in-flight
manual corrections by the pilot.
(c) Reliability and Effectiveness: Regarding the reliability of CCIP,
although it is effective for real-time calculations of impact points, CCIP is
notably sensitive to environmental variables. This implies that while
CCIP can be dependable within certain operational conditions, its
precision may be reduced under changing environmental factors. As In
terms of CCRP's effectiveness, CCRP proves to be exceptionally efficient
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by reducing the necessity for manual in-flight adjustments and enhancing


operational efficiency. Its capability to combine the bomb's ballistic
properties and the target's coordinates into the trajectory calculations
increases both its reliability and accurate precision.
(d) Numerical Analysis and Discussion: Across the scenarios analyzed,
CCRP showed an alignment with targets with minimal errors, often less
than 1%, suggesting an exceptional level of accuracy and reliability.
CCIP, while effective, exhibited slightly higher error margins due to
environmental sensitivities. For example, in Scenario 3 (Table 4.12), the
closest path leading to the target observed at the 2-second mark indicates
a need for real-time adjustments, which may introduce a margin of error.
The effectiveness of both methodologies is underscored by their
adaptability to different operational needs and environmental conditions.
However, CCRP's pre-calculated optimal release points offer a strategic
advantage in minimizing errors and enhancing precision-guided
munition's accuracy.
In conclusion, while both CCIP and CCRP methodologies are effective tools in the
precision-guided munition domain, CCRP's superior accuracy, reduced need for manual
adjustments, and lower sensitivity to environmental variables make it a more reliable and
effective solution in modern military operations.

5.2. Conclusion
The calculations presented in this paper rigorously explore the integration and
implementation of Continuously Computed Release Point (CCRP) and Continuously
Computed Impact Point (CCIP) algorithms within a Two Degrees of Freedom (2DOF)
framework. This study aimed to enhance the precision, effectiveness, and reliability of air-to-
surface bomb delivery systems.
Despite the study's successes, it acknowledges certain limitations inherent to the
2DOF model, primarily its exclusion of more complex aerodynamic and environmental
factors that could influence bomb trajectory and impact. While the 2DOF model offers a solid
foundation and simplifies the computational demands, it may not fully contain the dynamic
variables encountered during actual air-to-surface operations. Nevertheless, the findings and
methodologies laid out in this paper provide a substantial contribution to the field of military
ordnance delivery. The successful application of CCRP and CCIP algorithms within the
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simplified model underscores the potential for significant improvements in targeting


precision and system reliability.
The evolution of bomb delivery systems depends significantly on the capability to
process real-time data concerning environmental and flight dynamics. Developing algorithms
capable of integrating such real-time data will enable the bomb delivery systems to
dynamically adjust trajectories mid-flight, thereby significantly enhancing adaptability and
accuracy. This improvement is critical for operations in rapidly changing battle conditions,
ensuring high precision in target engagement.
Developing a systematic approach to compute the effectiveness of different projectiles
will support the selection and optimization of munitions tailored to specific operational
needs. This effort should encompass an analysis of warhead types, fuzing mechanisms, and
delivery accuracies to maximize mission success rates. The integration of more complex
flight dynamics models and the combination of real-time environmental and operational data
represent significant steps towards achieving dynamic, real-time adjustments in bomb
delivery paths. The algorithms evaluated in this paper, namely the Continuously Computed
Release Point (CCRP) and Continuously Computed Impact Point (CCIP), currently require
manual intervention to adjust input parameters when a weapon delivery fails to reach its
target.
In conclusion, the distinction between CCIP's precision under controlled conditions
and CCRP's superior adaptability and precision, particularly in achieving near-perfect target
alignment with minimal manual intervention, is especially significant. CCRP's consistently
lower error percentages and its strategic advantage in minimizing errors and enhancing
precision-guided munition's accuracy emphasize its greater reliability and effectiveness. The
reliance on a Two Degrees of Freedom (2DOF) model in this paper sets a foundational
understanding of bomb trajectory predictions. However, to align the differences between
theoretical predictions and real-world outcomes, incorporating a Six Degrees of Freedom
(6DOF) model is necessary. This expansion will include the wide variety of aerodynamic
forces acting on a munition through its flight, providing a more detailed analysis of trajectory
behaviors under various environmental conditions. The 6DOF model’s comprehensive
aerodynamic representation offers significant improvements in predictive accuracy and
system adaptability.

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