This paper is concerned with determining the shortest path for a pursuer
aiming to intercept a moving target travelling at a constant speed. We
introduce an intuitive and efficient mathematical model outlined as an optimal
control problem to address this challenge. The proposed model is based on
Dubins path where we concatenate two possible paths: a left-circular curve or a
right-circular curve followed by a straight line. We develop and explore this
model, providing a comprehensive geometric interpretation, and design an
algorithm tailored to implement the proposed mathematical approach efficiently.
Extensive numerical experiments involving diverse target positions highlight
the strength of the model. The method exhibits a remarkably high convergence
rate in finding solutions. For experiment purposes, we utilized the modelling
software AMPL, employing a range of solvers to solve the problem. Subsequently,
we simulated the obtained solutions using MATLAB, demonstrating the efficiency
of the model in intercepting a moving target. The proposed model distinguishes
itself by employing fewer parameters and making fewer assumptions, setting the
model simplifies the complexities, and thus, makes it easier for experts to
design optimal path plans