Mathematical Model of Impact Projectile Flight Dynamics as an Element of its Digital Twin

This paper gives the analysis of the structure and characteristics of the mathematical model of the impact projectile’s flight dynamics. The model is designed for being used as an element of the projectile’s digital twin. The model is based on differential motion equations of a gyro-stabilized solid with an axisymmetric mass distribution. Different types of angle variables were chosen for describing aerodynamics and formulating equations of motion. Non-linear (considering the nutation angle) dependences for aerodynamic coefficients are proposed. They are created by applying proven scientific concepts and research methods in aerodynamics of axisymmetric body and by comparing with known numerical and experimental results obtained in exterior ballistics of gyro-stabilized aviation and artillery projectiles. Special aspects of initial conditions for angles and angular velocity were also studied. Since the impact projectile is considered as an axially symmetric body, its self-rotation angle is not of practical inte rest. Using algebraic manipulations, the differential equation for this angle was eliminated from the set of equations. This has made it possible to significantly reduce stiff of the remaining system of differential equations. The Dormand-Prince method is recommended as a method of numerical integration. The method of the eight-order (with seventh-order uncertainty estimate) allows getting the high accurate solution of the differential equations set under relatively small computing costs. The model allows computing the projectile trajectory under various initial conditions, including the flight with high nutation angles up to 87°—89°. As a result, there is a possibility to determine the nature of the interaction between impact projectiles and typical targets (ricochet, surface effect, after-penetration effect) within a wide range of approach angles to the target’s surface (skin) unattainable during the full-scale tests. The possibility of solving similar problems allows to recommend the designed model as an element of the impact projectile’s digital twin intended for testing its exterior ballistics on the digital (virtual) test range. All testing calculations and final modeling were made by using the "GNU Octave" computational software package.

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