Seat Vibration in Military Propeller Aircraft: Characterization, Exposure Assessment, and Mitigation
Abstract
There have been increasing reports of annoyance, fatigue, and even neck and back pain during prolonged operation of military propeller aircraft, where persistent multi-axis vibration occurs at higher frequencies beyond human whole-body resonance. This paper characterizes and assesses the higher frequency vibration transmitted to the occupants onboard four aircraft: the WC-130J, C-130J, C-130H3, and E-2C.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA456672
Entities
People
- Suzanne D. Smith
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory