INVESTIGATION OF DIGITAL SIMULATION OF AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
Abstract
Feasibility and methods of digitally simulating generalized aircraft systems were studied. The following systems were considered: (1) wing flaps, (2) high pressure pneumatic, (3) hydraulic, (4) engine control, (5) fuel, (6) landing gear, and (7) electrical. To develop generalized systems, F4H-1, A4D-1, A4D-2, FJ-2, P6M, F9F, F3H-2N, and F-102A aircraft were studied. Logical flow charts accompanied by the mathematical relations to simulate digitally the indicated aircraft systems were prepared. Simulation of the systems can be facilitated by special devices. For a particular aircraft to be simulated, the appropriate inputs and the general simulation program could be combined by an assembly program to produce an optimized object program. Analysis of the fuel and electrical systems showed that simulation and generalization can best be accomplished by the development of an assembly program. A computer word (or words) having digits corresponding to the inputs and outputs of a system could be used to control most of the simulation logic. Incorporation of these special devices could significantly reduce equipment requirements and aid systems simulation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 26, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0274175
Entities
People
- Kenneth L. Rowan
Organizations
- Goodyear Aerospace