Title :
Real-time inertial navigation system for educational use
Author :
Mathisen, Stian Vik ; Schlanbusch, Rune ; Nicklasson, Per Johan ; Vedal, Frank
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Sci. Comput., Electr. Eng. & Space Technol., Narvik Univ. Coll., Narvik, Norway
Abstract :
In this paper we present dynamics of an inertial measurement unit (IMU) in for educational use. Students will learn how to use mathematical expressions on kinematics and dynamics, with use of a simulator and a small scale test site. Combining the simulator and the test site will bring the theoretical expression out with a practical side. The main part of this paper is focused on how to use the sensors data from the IMU to simulate the translational and rotational dynamics in real-time. This will provide a more hands on experience for students, learning the theory of spacecraft dynamics.
Keywords :
aerodynamics; aerospace engineering; aerospace simulation; engineering education; inertial navigation; real-time systems; space vehicles; educational use; inertial measurement unit; mathematical expression; real-time inertial navigation system; rotational dynamics; sensors data; simulation; spacecraft dynamics; system kinematics; translational dynamics; Acceleration; Accelerometers; Angular velocity; Inertial navigation; Kinematics; Real time systems; Silicon compounds; Space vehicles; Testing; Vehicle dynamics;
Conference_Titel :
Recent Advances in Space Technologies, 2009. RAST '09. 4th International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Istanbul
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-3627-9
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-3628-6
DOI :
10.1109/RAST.2009.5158289