A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling

Zhu Jiaxing; Liu Yue; Ren Zhen; Liu Xu; Zhang Shu

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A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling

Zhu Jiaxing^*

, Liu Yue

, Ren Zhen

, Liu Xu

, Zhang Shu

Published in American Journal of Computer Science and Technology (Volume 8, Issue 1)

Received: 30 December 2024 Accepted: 13 January 2025 Published: 24 January 2025

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With the increasing need to safeguard distant maritime interests and national security, aerial refueling has emerged as a critical method for extending the endurance of aircraft during long missions. Autonomous aerial refueling, which eliminates the need for human intervention, is particularly advantageous but also faces significant challenges. These challenges include wake turbulence and airflow disturbances, which can negatively impact the docking precision and success rates. To address these issues, this paper proposes an optical signal-based automatic locking detection device specifically designed for unmanned autonomous aerial refueling. This device ensures accurate and reliable detection of the docking status. Furthermore, to mitigate the disturbances caused by wake turbulence on the parachute cone, a novel vector air rudder-based control scheme is introduced. This scheme enables precise three-dimensional displacement control of the parachute cone, significantly enhancing docking accuracy. Extensive simulation results verify the effectiveness of the proposed device and control method, demonstrating marked improvements in docking precision, docking success rates, and overall flight safety. This research provides valuable insights for advancing autonomous aerial refueling technology and ensuring its reliable application in practical scenarios.

Published in	American Journal of Computer Science and Technology (Volume 8, Issue 1)
DOI	10.11648/j.ajcst.20250801.12
Page(s)	16-22
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AAR (Autonomous Aerial Refueling), Locking Detection, Docking Control, Fiber Optic Signal, Vector Air-rudder

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Jiaxing, Z., Yue, L., Zhen, R., Xu, L., Shu, Z. (2025). A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling. American Journal of Computer Science and Technology, 8(1), 16-22. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ajcst.20250801.12

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Jiaxing, Z.; Yue, L.; Zhen, R.; Xu, L.; Shu, Z. A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling. Am. J. Comput. Sci. Technol. 2025, 8(1), 16-22. doi: 10.11648/j.ajcst.20250801.12

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Jiaxing Z, Yue L, Zhen R, Xu L, Shu Z. A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling. Am J Comput Sci Technol. 2025;8(1):16-22. doi: 10.11648/j.ajcst.20250801.12

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Zhu Jiaxing

Flight Control Department, Shenyang Aircraft Design and Research Institute, Shenyang, China

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Liu Yue

Flight Control Engineering Department, DFH Satellite Co., Ltd., Beijing, China

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Ren Zhen

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army 95960, Xian, China

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Liu Xu

Flight Control Department, Shenyang Aircraft Design and Research Institute, Shenyang, China

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Zhang Shu

Control Science and Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China

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Jiaxing, Z.; Yue, L.; Zhen, R.; Xu, L.; Shu, Z. A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling. Am. J. Comput. Sci. Technol. 2025, 8(1), 16-22. doi: 10.11648/j.ajcst.20250801.12

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Jiaxing Z, Yue L, Zhen R, Xu L, Shu Z. A Locking Detection Device and Control Method Based on Vector Airrudder for Autonomous Aerial Refueling. Am J Comput Sci Technol. 2025;8(1):16-22. doi: 10.11648/j.ajcst.20250801.12

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