Advances in Guidance, Navigation and Control

Advances in Guidance, Navigation and Control delivers a compelling, up-to-date exploration of the methods and technologies shaping modern aerospace and autonomous systems. Designed for engineers, researchers, and graduate students around the world, this volume unpacks state-of-the-art approaches in guidance, navigation and control—from inertial and GNSS-aided navigation to robust control, estimation theory, and trajectory optimization.

Opening with clear explanations of foundational theory, the book moves rapidly into practical algorithms and system-level design. You’ll find rigorous treatments of sensor fusion, Kalman filtering, fault-tolerant control, and nonlinear guidance laws, alongside real-world applications for UAVs, satellites, launch vehicles, and autonomous ground and marine platforms. Concise case studies and simulation-driven examples translate complex mathematics into actionable engineering practices, making the content both academically credible and industry-relevant.

Engineers working on avionics, robotics, defense systems, and autonomous mobility will appreciate the balanced mix of theory and hands-on insight that accelerates design cycles and enhances system reliability. Researchers will find a rich source of references and emerging research directions, while practitioners will gain immediately applicable techniques for system integration and performance optimization.

Global in scope and forward-looking in perspective, Advances in Guidance, Navigation and Control is an indispensable resource for anyone involved in navigation systems, control engineering, or autonomous system development. Add this authoritative volume to your professional library and stay at the forefront of GN&C innovation—order your copy today to advance your projects and research with confidence.

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