Integrated Pilot Assist System.

Abstract

This program was originated for the purpose of developing a flight control system for helicopters and V/STOL vehicles. The design utilizes force stick steering and parallel servo installation with full, mechanical back-up. The system stabilizes the vehicle in all four axes with additional features such as altitude hold velocity hold, turn coordination, and attitude hold. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0913469

Entities

People

  • Arthur J. Welch
  • William L. Young Jr.

Organizations

  • Flight Dynamics Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Traffic Control Systems
  • Aircrafts
  • Altitude
  • Control Surfaces
  • Control Systems
  • Entry Control Systems
  • Flight Control Systems
  • Helicopters
  • Short Takeoff Aircraft
  • Steering
  • Vehicles

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Control Systems Engineering.
  • Software Engineering