Methodology for estimating helicopter performance and weights using limited dataMethodology is developed and described for estimating the flight performance and weights of a helicopter for which limited data are available. The methodology is based on assumptions which couple knowledge of the technology of the helicopter under study with detailed data from well documented helicopters thought to be of similar technology. The approach, analysis assumptions, technology modeling, and the use of reference helicopter data are discussed. Application of the methodology is illustrated with an investigation of the Agusta A129 Mangusta.
Document ID
19900059881
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Baserga, Claudio (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Ingalls, Charles (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Lee, Henry (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Peyran, Richard (NASA Ames Research Center; U.S. Army, Aviation Research and Technology Activity, Moffett Field CA, United States)