Alternative Control Technologies (Technologies de Controle non Conventionnelles)
Abstract
In January 1996, the Working Group 25 of the former AGARD Aerospace Medical Panel began to evaluate the potential of alternative (new and emerging) control technologies for future aerospace systems. The present report summarizes the findings of this group. Through different chapters, the various human factors issues related to the introduction of alternative control technologies into military cockpits are reviewed, in conjunction with more technical considerations of the state of the art of the enabling technologies. Cockpit integration issues are emphasized in regard to both human factors and engineering constraints. Several specific applications of these new technologies in the aerospace environment are considered. Challenges for further developments are identified and recommendations issued. Globally, based upon operational considerations and currently recognized limitations of the HOTAS concept, the conclusion is that Alternative Control Technology should now be progressively introduced into the cockpit, as a function of degree of maturity of the various techniques.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA367429
Entities
People
- Alain Leger
- Bernard Hudgins
- Dominique Pastor
- Hans Pongratz
- Pierre Dauchy
Organizations
- NATO Science and Technology Organization