AE4850: Dynamic Optimization - NPS Online
Overview
This course develops basic measures of performance of a dynamic system with methods to target a set of conditions and optimize the performance. Topics include an overview of the Guidance, Navigation and Control System, state-space models, performance measures, problem of Bolza, the Maximum Principle, and transversality conditions. A significant focus of the course will be in practical methods and numerical techniques for solving boundary value problems. Computational methods will be used to solve a wide range of problems in dynamic optimization arising in combat systems such as rapid vehicle reorientation and targeting problems. Applications include UxVs, autonomous systems, aerospace vehicles and robotic systems. Where appropriate, the course will illustrate systems aspects of mission design and operations.
Included in degrees & certificates
- 299
- 569
Prerequisites
- MA2121
- SS3500
- AE3815

Application Deadlines
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08 Jan 2024
Spring Quarter applications due
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01 Apr 2024
Summer Quarter applications due
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08 Jul 2024
Fall Quarter applications due
Academic Calendar
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08 Dec 2023
Last day of classes
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12 Dec 2023 – 14 Dec 2023
Fall Quarter final examinations
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15 Dec 2023
Fall Quarter graduation
See NPS Academic Calendar for more dates.