Overview
What are the components of an autonomous system in the air and space domains?
Air Domain Autonomous System (generic):
- An autonomous control system which is usually on the ground or a ship but may be on another airborne platform;
- An UAV;
- A command and control (C2) system
- On the loop, in the loop, or start the loop personnel.
Space System:
- An autonomous control system which is usually in the ship but may be on another airborne platform, or ground based.
- An platform - specifically designed for the space environment and earth re-entry.
- A command and control (C2) system and communication system.
- Ground based assets.
- On the loop, in the loop, or start the loop personnel.
Key Terms
Autonomous system
Any particular machine or system capable of performing an automated function and potentially learning from its experiences to enhance its performance.