FREE-RUNNING MODEL TECHNIQUES FOR THE EVALUATION OF SHIP-HANDLING QUALITIES,

Abstract

The concept of 'definitive maneuvers' was introduced as the basic framework for establishing a system for evaluating handling qualities. The particular maneuvers selected for this purpose are the spiral, overshoot, and turning circle. The report describes model test methods used from definitive maneuvers. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1959
Accession Number
AD0614114

Entities

People

  • S. C. Gover

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Model Tests
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Theoretical Analysis.