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The Stability of a Two-Axis Gimbal System for the Camera
1The Independent Researcher, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam.
Thescientificworldjournal
|May 27, 2021
Summary
This study examines a two-axis gimbal system for stabilizing the line of sight (LOS) using modern controllers. Analyzing system stability helps in selecting advanced control methods for improved gimbal performance.
Area of Science:
- Robotics and Automation
- Control Systems Engineering
Background:
- Gimbals and inertial stabilization platforms (ISPs) are crucial for stabilizing the line of sight (LOS) during object tracking.
- Achieving precision in gimbal systems relies on isolating the tracker from the gimbal base.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the stability of a two-axis gimbal loop for maintaining a stable LOS rate.
- To analyze system properties for selecting appropriate modern control methods.
Main Methods:
- Development of a two-axis gimbal control loop.
- Stability analysis of the gimbal system using two distinct methods.
- Simulation of the system in MATLAB.
Main Results:
- The study provides a visual overview of system properties through stability analysis.
- The analysis facilitates the selection of modern control strategies for the gimbal system.
Conclusions:
- The presented analysis methods offer insights into gimbal system stability.
- This research contributes to the advancement of automated stabilization platforms.
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