Controls and Dynamics Branch - RIC

The Controls and Dynamics Technology Branch conducts research in the areas of intelligent control, health management, and dynamic modeling. Our goal is to enhance the safety, environmental compatibility, capability and affordability of aerospace propulsion systems. We work cooperatively with academia and industry, as well as, other NASA organizations and government agencies to identify, develop, and demonstrate relevant new technologies; and to facilitate technology transition to the aerospace community. Current technology development efforts include: active control of turbomachinery components such as, inlets, compressors, and combustors; algorithm and software development for diagnostics and prognostics; and dynamic models of advanced propulsion system concepts such as, wave rotors and pulse jets. Our work is supported by an extensive computer-aided control design and evaluation capability and by various experimental facilities located NASA Glenn.

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