Flight Evaluation of a Linear Optical Displacement Transducer.
Abstract
The flight demonstration and evaluation of the operation of the MIL-T-85289 Linear Optical Displacement Transducer (LODT) as an active sensing unit of the Advanced Flight Control Actuation System in a T-2C aircraft were successfully accomplished. The test installation contained a LODT as the rudder position feedback device, fiber optic link, computer interface unit, microcomputer, direct-drive rudder actuator, electronic drive unit, force transducers, and a localized 8000 PSI (55 MPa) hydraulic supply. The system met all laboratory and flight test objectives and demonstrated that the LODT represents a viable approach to EMI immunity in advanced aircraft control systems. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA132638
Entities
People
- Ernest J. Solomon