Assessing the Benefits and Costs of Motion for C-17 Flight Simulators
Abstract
This study examines the benefits and costs of incorporating a motion system in the C-17 flight training simulator and suggests a standard framework for assessing simulator fidelity requirements in general, and motion cueing alternatives in particular. Using a framework detailed in this report, the research assesses three simulator alternatives: a system having no motion, a system using hydraulic/pneumatic g-seats, and a system using a six-degree-of- freedom (dof) motion platform. The incremental costs of simulators using six-dof motion platforms appear warranted when measured against the likely benefits from their use, if the Air Force devices an adequate training syllabus for C-17 simulators and if the program plan ensures that adequate performance data are collected during flight testing to support simulator software development. Simulators with no motion systems, or those using g-seats, do not appear cost- effective for the C-17 training application.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA174822
Entities
People
- A. A. Barbour
- J. L. Birkler
- J. R. Gebman
- R. T. Berg
- W. L. Stanley
Organizations
- RAND Corporation