Prospects for low wing-loading STOL transports with ride smoothing.Airplanes with low wing-loadings provide STOL capability without reliance on auxiliary propulsion or augmented lift, but require a ride smoothing control system to provide acceptable passenger comfort. A parametric study produced a configuration having a .35 thrust-to-weight ratio and a 50 psf wing loading, and which satisfied specified mission requirements and airworthiness standards. A ride-smoothing control system (RCS) synthesis was then performed which consisted of ride quality criteria definition, RCS concept trades, and analysis of RCS performance benefits at significant flight conditions. Within the limitations of the study it is concluded that this is a viable approach to STOL airplane design.
Document ID
19720033276
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Holloway, R. B.
Thompson, G. O.
Rohling, W. J. (Boeing Co. Wichita, Kan., United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1972
Subject Category
Aircraft
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 72-64
Meeting Information
Meeting: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Aerospace Sciences Meeting