Integrated controls pay-offIt is shown that the integration of the propulsion and flight control systems for high performance aircraft can help reduce pilot workload while simultaneously increasing overall aircraft performance. Results of the Highly Integrated Digital Electronic Control (HiDEC) flight research program are presented to demonstrate the emerging payoffs of controls integration. Ways in which the performance of fighter aircraft can be improved through the use of propulsion for primary aircraft control are discussed. Research being conducted by NASA with the F-18 High Angle-of Attack Research Vehicle is described.
Document ID
19890059660
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Putnam, Terrill W. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Christiansen, Richard S. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)