THE USE OF PILOTED FLIGHT SIMULATORS IN TAKE-OFF AND LANDING RESEARCH,
Abstract
The use of piloted simulators in research and as a technique for aircraft development is discussed from the pilot's viewpoint. An attempt is made to examine both the advantages and the limitations encountered in their use. Several factors which affect significantly the validity of the research results drawn from piloted simulators arediscussed in some detail. These include: control system characteristics, visual cues related to cockpit instruments and those related to the outside world, motion cues or distractions, selection of criteria and tasks, environmental and operational aspects, and fidelity of the analog simulation. Examples of the use of piloted simulators in landing research are presented and discussed with the purpose of illustrating and defining both their value and limitation with respect to those six items. Future objectives and applications in the area of take-off and landing research by means of piloted simulation are outlined. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0426285
Entities
People
- George E. Cooper
Organizations
- AGARD