An Analysis of Microcomputer Technology for Application to Real-Time Trainers.

Abstract

Conceptual approaches to introducing advanced microcomputer technology in real-time trainers were investigated. Four types of computer system architectural approaches were examined and eliminated for various reasons. Eight available microcomputer/microprocessor modular families were also analyzed for trainer application. A conventional general purpose system was synthesized and used as a baseline for comparison. A unique functionally modular multiple microcomputer architecture is described that will satisfy the processing, computation and control requirements of modern high performance trainers. A life cycle cost model is described and the life cycle cost of the conventional GP approach is compared with the life cycle cost of the multiple microcomputer approach. Technologies required to achieve the unique architecture are summarized and a hardware-firmware (microcode)-software system control algorithm is described in conceptual terms.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA108744

Entities

People

  • Charles F. Summer
  • Gerald A. Wyndle

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Application Software
  • Assembly Languages
  • Compilers
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Cost Analysis
  • Digital Computers
  • Engineers
  • Firmware
  • Maintenance Costs
  • Maintenance Personnel
  • Microcode
  • Object Code
  • Operating Systems
  • Test Equipment

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Software Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Spacecraft Maneuvers