A Study of Digitally Controlled Flight Control Actuation
Abstract
This report describes a study of flight control actuation system with an objective to determine the degree of digitalization possible between the digital flight control processor and the control surface. A typical analog actuation system is defined as a reference for comparison with five alternates, each mechanized with increasing amounts of digital equipment. The report provides a basis for determining the direction of digital actuation systems. It verifies that distributed actuation systems are now feasible and promise enhanced performance, relability, and cost reductions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA133274
Entities
People
- Howard H. Belmont