Matrix Resolving Function in the Nonstationary Linear Group Pursuit Problem Concepting Multiple Capture

Abstract

In finite-dimensional Euclidean space, an analysis is made of the problem of pursuit of a single evader by a group of pursuers, which is described by a system of the form [Formula: see text] The goal of the group of pursuers is the capture of the evader by no less than [Formula: see text] different pursuers (the instants of capture may or may not coincide). Matrix resolving functions, which are a generalization of scalar resolving functions, are used as a mathematical basis of this study. Sufficient conditions are obtained for multiple capture of a single evader in the class of quasi-strategies. Examples illustrating the results obtained are given.