A parametric evaluation of supersonic STOVLThis paper describes the results of a study to evaluate parametric variations to a single engine short-takeoff vertical-landing fighter/attack aircraft design. The variables considered involved thrust vectoring, thrust degradation, maximum lift, and other changes to determine the impact on short-takeoff performance, but subject to a vertical-landing capability. The results indicate that there are certain parameters that have a significant effect on short-field performance. Also, the optimal control strategies for transitions from a short-takeoff to forward flight and from forward flight to hover are determined. The results have applicability beyond the configuration evaluated.
Document ID
19860026236
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Kidwell, G. H. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Rapp, D. C. (General Dynamics Corp. Fort Worth, TX, United States)