Three-dimensional predefined-time impact angle control guidance law with field-of-view limit

In this paper, an impact angle control guidance (IACG) law with predefined convergence time and seeker's field-of-view (FOV) limit is proposed in three-dimensional (3D) scenario. First, a predefined-time error dynamic is developed whose significance is revealed by comparison with conventional methods. Second, based on coupled engagement dynamics, a 3D predefined-time IACG law is derived by applying the proposed error dynamic. To tackle the FOV limit, two auxiliary functions are introduced into the IACG law. The robustness against disturbances and uncertainties is further improved by utilizing the terminal sliding mode technique. With the proposed guidance law, the impact-angle error can converge to zero exactly at a tunable predefined time. Finally, the effectiveness and performance of the proposed IACG law are shown by several simulations with comparative study.