Advances in missile guidance control and estimation This volume considers the modern tactical missile which has become a highly integrated package made up of many electronic mechanical electromechanical and pyrotechnic sub systems. In addition to hardware it also covers the guidance algorithm and workings of the missile autopilot. It demonstrates how all of the elements are integrated to function together in high performance mode while maintaining cost effectiveness. This text offers unique coverage of the three major missile control components: guidance control and estimation. It includes contributed chapters from leading experts from six nations. Nonlinear control techniques and implementation issues are covered in detail