Generalized Regularization of Constrained Optimal Control Problems

Constraints in optimal control problems introduce challenges with traditional indirect methods. Bang-bang/singular solutions with discontinuous or indefinite control laws add further difficulty in numerical solution. Recent efforts in control regularization strategies have sought to overcome these l...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of spacecraft and rockets 2022-07, Vol.59 (4), p.1096-1110
Hauptverfasser: Heidrich, Casey R., Sparapany, Michael J., Grant, Michael J.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Constraints in optimal control problems introduce challenges with traditional indirect methods. Bang-bang/singular solutions with discontinuous or indefinite control laws add further difficulty in numerical solution. Recent efforts in control regularization strategies have sought to overcome these limitations. Regularization generates a smoothed constraint transformation of a multiphase Hamiltonian boundary value problem to a single-phase unconstrained problem. This work develops a new approach to regularization using orthogonal error-control saturation functions. The method is developed for problems in bang-bang/singular form. The method is then applied to problems of general Hamiltonian structure using system extension and differential control. Applications in state constraint regularization are discussed. A key feature of the new approach is to eliminate ambiguity of the control law derived from the first-order necessary conditions of optimality. Results show desirable stability and convergence in numerical continuation. The method is applied to classical problems in optimal control, as well as problems of interest in aerospace mission design.
ISSN:0022-4650
1533-6794
DOI:10.2514/1.A35229