The recent advancements in missile guidance and control systems have significantly focused on enhancing robustness and precision under various uncertainties. Researchers are increasingly adopting advanced control techniques such as sliding mode control and observer-based prediction to address the dynamic and nonlinear nature of missile systems. These methods aim to mitigate the effects of time-varying parameters, sensor noise, and actuator delays, thereby improving the overall performance and reliability of missile interception. Notably, the integration of lead compensators and Kalman Filters in autopilot designs has shown promising results in reducing rise and settle times, although challenges remain in managing overshoot. Future research is likely to explore more sophisticated models and control strategies to further refine these systems, particularly in real-world interception scenarios.

Noteworthy Papers:

• A novel observer design for future state prediction in missile systems effectively mitigates seeker delay, enhancing guidance precision.
• The development of a robust second-order sliding mode controller demonstrates superior chattering mitigation and maintains performance under noise conditions.