RU2664105C1 - Method for use of combat remote control module in different modes of operation - Google Patents

Abstract

FIELD: military equipment.

SUBSTANCE: invention relates to the field of military technology, namely, to the methods for the use of mobile automated weapons with remote control. In the method, the mode of operation of a combat remote-controlled module in various modes of operation includes delivery of remotely controlled weapons to the combat zone on a remotely operated transport platform, stabilization of the weapons in the horizontal and vertical planes during the movement of the platform, remote aiming and activation of the trigger mechanism of the weapon, capture and tracking of the target using the monitor of an on-board computer, memorization of several fixed targets in the arbitrary sequence with the subsequent automatic aiming and firing at these taking into account the numerical values of extra elevation, temperature, pressure, wind, length of strings of bursts and amount of ammunition. After the delivery of the combat remote-controlled module to the combat zone, its use to perform the mission tasks is carried out in two modes: semi-automated and automated.

EFFECT: combat remote-controlled module is operated in various modes of operation.

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Description

The invention relates to the field of military equipment, and in particular to methods of using mobile automated weapons with remote control, and can be used to solve the problems of ensuring combat operations of the Ground Forces.

A known method of combat use of a mobile complex of remotely controlled weapons (see patent RU No. 2527595, publ. 10.09.14, Bull. No. 25), adopted as a prototype. The method of combat use of a mobile complex of remotely controlled weapons includes the installation of small arms with a video camera in the zone of the alleged military operations, remote control of aiming and actuating the trigger mechanism using a control system based on the on-board computer, and the image obtained from the video camera on the monitor screen. The delivery of remotely controlled weapons to the combat zone is carried out on an armored, remotely controlled self-propelled transport platform that can move in conditions of severe exposure to terrain, terrain and climatic conditions. This ensures the stabilization of remotely controlled weapons in the horizontal and vertical plane during the movement of the platform, on the monitor of the on-board computer of the control system provides capture and tracking of the target, the control system based on the on-board computer provides the memorization of several stationary targets in an arbitrary sequence, followed by automatic aiming and firing on them, taking into account the numerical values of corrections entered into the graphical interface of the control program, n range, temperature, pressure, wind, queue lengths, ammunition quantity, automatic blocking of the platform propeller and actuators of executive devices when the control signal is lost, including when on inclined surfaces, with a further return after the set time delay to the starting point along the previously passed route .

The disadvantages of the method of warfare, remote fire control systems and remotely controlled small arms taken as a prototype are:

- limited functional capabilities of the combat use of remotely controlled small arms;

- insufficient methodological study of the method of application for various types of purposes;

- insufficient degree of autonomy when performing tasks as intended.

The proposed invention solves the problem of increasing the efficiency of the use of combat remotely controlled modules designed to provide combat operations of the Ground Forces.

The technical result obtained by carrying out the invention consists in the formation of a method for the operation of a combat remotely controlled module in various application modes, which provides semi-automated with the possibility of manual control and automated modes of observation, detection and destruction of stationary and moving targets in a controlled area.

The specified technical result is achieved by the fact that in the proposed method for the operation of a combat remotely controlled module in various application modes, including the delivery of remotely controlled weapons to the combat zone on a remotely controlled transport platform, stabilization of weapons in the horizontal and vertical plane while the platform is moving, remote control of aiming and actuating the trigger mechanism of weapons, on-board computer monitor capture and accompaniment Going around the target, memorizing in a random sequence several fixed targets, followed by automatic aiming and firing at them, taking into account the entered numerical values of the corrections for range, temperature, pressure, wind, length of bursts and the quantity of ammunition, the new thing is that after the delivery of the combat remotely controlled module in the combat zone, its use in the implementation of tasks is carried out in two modes: semi-automated and automated, in semi-automated mode is performed in a controlled area for fixed targets:

- observation of the terrain with the help of video cameras with a wide and narrow field of view, and, if necessary, with the help of a thermal imager, when detecting a target in the controlled area, the crosshair on the screen of the computer unit is combined with the detected target, moreover, while the module is moving, to more accurately monitor the detected target in controlled zone stabilization mode is activated;

- the temperature and pressure parameters are measured after the sensors are turned on on the functional keyboard of the computer unit, the distance to the target is measured after combining the range finder’s mark with the target, if it is impossible to measure the distance to the target (the target is outside the range), the range value is entered manually, when weather conditions change, values are entered corrections (temperature, pressure, wind) manually;

- to hit the target, the required firing mode is set (continuous / bursts), when firing bursts, the duration of the burst (small / large) is set, the fire resolution mode is set on the computer unit, in a semi-automated mode in a controlled area for moving targets using an automatic tracking machine:

- the terrain is monitored using a wide field of view video camera, for a detailed view of the targets, they are switched to a narrow field of view video camera, when a moving target is detected, the firing mode is set on the functional keyboard of the computer unit;

- for automatic tracking of the selected target, the tracking mode is activated, the range to the target is measured to select the target, the type of target is selected, and the marker is set on the center of the target, in tracking mode, the target is automatically tracked by the operator, and the necessary coordinates for the drives are generated, providing pointing the weapon system at the target and maintaining the position of this target in the center of the image from the video camera or thermal imager;

- if it is necessary to defeat the accompanied target, the operator measures the distance to the target using the range finder and gives the command to open fire, in the semi-automated mode in the controlled area for moving targets there is a manual mode in which the moving target can be hit in two ways: by tracking or by waiting taking into account anticipation, in an automated mode when performing application tasks, it is carried out:

- the choice of the necessary type of automated mode for hitting targets: type 1 - in the order of conservation, type 2 - in the horizontal coordinate ";

- the area is monitored using a wide field of view camera, for a detailed view of the goals, they are switched to a narrow field of view camera, when fixed targets are detected in the controlled area, the crosshair on the screen of the computer unit is combined with the selected target;

- save the data for each selected target separately, while on the screen of the computer unit, each point of pointing to the target is highlighted with a frame, while the possibility of changing the parameters of the saved targets is preserved;

- to hit a target in the automated mode, the required shooting mode is set and permission to open fire is given, shooting is performed.

The use of a combat remotely controlled module when performing application tasks in semi-automated and automated operating modes allows you to:

- in case of emergency, promptly switch to manual control mode;

- monitor and detect targets in a controlled area;

- guidance means of destruction on the target and defeat them in both modes;

- perform target tracking.

The implementation of a semi-automated mode for monitoring, detecting and hitting targets allows you to:

- to monitor, detect and defeat both stationary and moving targets over rough terrain;

- when using the module for its intended purpose, take into account climatic factors;

- adjust, if necessary, climatic and target location data;

- organize, if necessary, control of the combat remotely controlled module completely in manual mode;

- choose the optimal shooting mode for a specific combat situation;

- implement automatic target tracking with the simultaneous generation of the necessary coordinates for the weapon control system drives, which ensures continuous guidance of the weapon system to the target.

Implementation of an automated mode for observing, detecting and hitting targets allows you to:

- implement two types of automated target destruction mode, depending on the prevailing situation;

- save data for each selected target, edit the parameters of the selected goals.

Technical solutions with features that distinguish the claimed solution from the prototype are not known and do not follow explicitly from the prior art. This suggests that the claimed solution is new and has an inventive step.

The invention is illustrated by drawings, where in FIG. 1 shows a control interface of the BDM; in FIG. 2 - menu item "Automated mode"; in FIG. 3 is a diagram of the defeat of targets when choosing type 1 and 2 of an automated mode; in FIG. 4 - “Maintenance” mode.

The method of operation of a combat remotely controlled module in various application modes is implemented as follows.

The delivery of a combat remotely controlled module to the combat zone (BDM) of operations is carried out on an armored remotely controlled self-propelled transport platform.

BUM is designed for remote control of fire weapons on moving objects and performs the following functions: observation and detection of targets in the controlled area, guidance of fire weapons on targets and defeat them in an automated and semi-automated mode, tracking the target. Automated mode is the mode of operation of the product, in which automatic (at the command of the operator) guidance to previously selected targets and firing is carried out according to the program specified by the operator. Semi-automated mode is a product operation mode in which aiming, aiming and firing at a directly selected target is carried out in real time using the controls on the computer unit.

1 The procedure for the operation of the BDUM in performing the tasks of using the product in a semi-automated mode

1.1 The order of functioning of the BDM during the observation, detection and defeat of motionless targets in the controlled area

Surveillance of the area is carried out with the help of video cameras with a wide and narrow field of view and a thermal imager. Switching cameras and turning on / off the thermal imager is done manually. When a target is detected in a controlled area using a joystick, trackball, or touch screen of a computer unit, the crosshair on the screen of the computer unit is combined with the detected target.

During the movement of the vehicle on which the weapon system is installed, for more accurate monitoring of the detected target in the controlled area, the stabilization mode is activated. After turning on the sensors, the temperature and pressure parameters are measured, the values of which are reflected in the graphical interface in the lines “Temperature”, “Pressure”. To measure the distance to the target, the mark of the range finder “T” is combined with the target and then press the button of the range finder, while the measured distance to the target is displayed in the graphical interface in the “RANGE” line. Visually evaluate the distance to the target and make sure that the value coincides with the value measured by the rangefinder. Otherwise, they measure the target with a new focus or enter the range value manually. When weather conditions change, the value of corrections (temperature, pressure, wind) is entered manually. Field ">" indicates the direction of the wind from left to right in the direction of fire. Field "v" indicates the opposite direction of the wind. When entering a negative value in these fields, the wind direction is considered the opposite.

To hit the target, the required firing mode (continuous / bursts) and the duration of the burst (small / large) are set. Due to the inertia of the electric launch parameters of the weapon system, the number of shots in the queue may differ from the estimated 1-3 shots.

The “FIRE PERMISSION” switch is set to the “FIRE PERMISSION” position, the weapon system is cocked by pressing the “PLAY” button and shooting is performed. In the process of firing, the amount of ammunition on the screen of the computer unit is controlled.

1.2. The order of functioning of the BDM during the observation, detection and defeat of moving targets in the controlled area using an automatic tracking

Surveillance of the area is carried out using a video camera with a wide field of view. For a detailed consideration of the objectives, a wide field of view camera is switched to a narrow field of view camera. When a moving target is detected, the shooting mode is set. For automatic tracking of the selected target, the “Tracking” mode is activated. In tracking mode, tracking is carried out of the target identified by the operator. In this case, the necessary coordinates for the drives are generated, providing guidance of the weapon system to the target and maintaining the position of this target in the center of the image from the video camera or thermal imager. It also provides a graphical selection of the tracked target on the screen of the computer unit. The operator does not have the ability to directly control the drives.

If it is necessary to defeat the accompanied target, the operator measures the distance to the target using the range finder and opens fire.

1.3 the order of functioning of the BUMM during the observation, detection and defeat of moving targets in the controlled area in manual mode

There are two ways to hit a moving target in manual mode:

- tracking method: the aiming crosshair moves with the speed of the target, taking into account the lead and range adjustment. At the moment of the best aiming, the “RUN” key is pressed and held until the target is hit. Make a long queue;

- a way of waiting: it is necessary to aim at a local object selected on the path of movement of the target. With the target approaching this subject by the size of one and a half to two lead-times and taking into account the range adjustment, press the "DESCER" key. Make a long queue.

Anticipation is the distance the target moves during the bullet’s flight to the target (tabular value).

2 The order of operation of the BDM during the implementation of tasks using the product in an automated mode

In the graphical interface of the computer unit, the item “Auto mode type” is selected and the necessary type of automated mode for hitting targets is selected in the dialog box that appears:

- type 1 - “By the order of conservation”;

- Type 2 - “By horizontal coordinate”.

When choosing type 1, targets are struck in the order of conservation - 1 ... 6. When choosing type 2, targets are struck in the order of conservation in the horizontal coordinate - 1, 4, 2, 5, 3, 6.

Surveillance of the area is carried out using a video camera with a wide field of view. For a detailed consideration of the objectives, a wide field of view camera switches to a narrow field of view camera. If fixed targets are detected in the controlled area on the computer unit, the crosshair on the screen of the computer unit is combined with the selected target. On the computer unit, data is stored for each selected target separately (but no more than 10), while on the screen of the computer unit each point of pointing to the target is highlighted with a frame. To activate a saved target in the graphical interface, the cursor hovers over the field of the selected target. A blinking cursor appears in the input field, the selected data is activated.

To hit a target in an automated mode of type 1 and 2, the necessary mode is set: the type of firing (continuous / bursts), the duration of the burst (small / large). On the computer unit a command is set to resolve the fire. The “AUTO” mode is set on the computer unit and shooting is performed. In the process of firing on the screen of the computer unit is controlled by the amount of ammunition.

Thus, in the present invention, the task is achieved to achieve a technical result, which consists in the formation of a method for the operation of a combat remotely controlled module in various application modes, which provides semi-automated with the possibility of manual control and automated modes of observation, detection and destruction of stationary and moving targets in a controlled area.

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A method for the operation of a combat remotely controlled module in various application modes, including the delivery of remotely controlled weapons to the combat zone on a remotely controlled transport platform, stabilization of weapons in the horizontal and vertical planes while the platform is moving, remote control of aiming and actuating the trigger mechanism of the weapon , on the on-board computer monitor, capturing and tracking a target, storing in random order several their stationary targets, followed by automatic aiming and firing at them, taking into account the entered numerical values of the corrections for range, temperature, pressure, wind, length of bursts and the amount of ammunition, characterized in that after the delivery of the combat remotely controlled module to the combat zone, its use in the implementation of application tasks is carried out in two modes: semi-automated and automated, in semi-automated mode in the controlled area for stationary purposes, it is carried out: - observation of the terrain with the help of video cameras with a wide and narrow field of view, and, if necessary, with the help of a thermal imager, when detecting a target in the controlled area, the crosshair on the screen of the computer unit is combined with the detected target, moreover, while the module is moving, to more accurately monitor the detected target in controlled zone stabilization mode is activated; - the temperature and pressure parameters are measured after the sensors are turned on on the functional keyboard of the computer unit, the distance to the target is measured after combining the range finder’s mark with the target, if it is impossible to measure the distance to the target, if the target is outside the range, the range value is entered manually, when weather conditions change correction values, for example temperature, pressure, wind, manually; - to hit the target, the required firing mode is set in continuous / bursts, when shooting in bursts, the duration of the burst is small / large, the fire resolution mode is set on the computer unit, in a semi-automated mode in a controlled area for moving targets using an automatic tracking machine: - the terrain is monitored using a wide field of view video camera, for a detailed view of the targets, they are switched to a narrow field of view video camera, when a moving target is detected, the firing mode is set on the functional keyboard of the computer unit; - for automatic tracking of the selected target, the tracking mode is activated, the range to the target is measured to select the target, the type of target is selected, and the marker is set on the center of the target, in tracking mode, the target is automatically tracked by the operator, and the necessary coordinates for the drives are generated, providing pointing the weapon system at the target and maintaining the position of this target in the center of the image from the video camera or thermal imager; - if it is necessary to defeat the accompanied target, the operator measures the distance to the target using the range finder and gives the command to open fire, in the semi-automated mode in the controlled area for moving targets there is a manual mode in which the moving target can be hit in two ways: by tracking or by waiting taking into account anticipation, in an automated mode when performing application tasks, it is carried out: - selection of the required type of automated mode for hitting targets: type 1 - in the order of conservation, type 2 - in the horizontal coordinate; - the area is monitored using a wide field of view camera, for a detailed view of the goals, they are switched to a narrow field of view camera, when fixed targets are detected in the controlled area, the crosshair on the screen of the computer unit is combined with the selected target; - saving data for each selected target separately, while on the screen of the computer unit, each point of pointing to the target is highlighted with a frame, while the possibility of changing the parameters of the saved goals is preserved; - to hit a target in the automated mode, the required shooting mode is set and permission to open fire is given, shooting is performed.

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