Preliminary design-lift/cruise fan research and technology airplane flight control system [PDF]
This report presents the preliminary design of a stability augmentation system for a NASA V/STOL research and technology airplane. This stability augmentation system is postulated as the simplest system that meets handling qualities levels for research ...
Gotlieb, P., Lewis, G. E., Little, L. J.
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A Flight Investigation of the STOL Characteristics of an Augmented Jet Flap STOL Research Aircraft [PDF]
The flight test program objectives are: (1) To determine the in-flight aerodynamic, performance, and handling qualities of a jet STOL aircraft incorporating the augmented jet flap concept; (2) to compare the results obtained in flight with ...
Grossmith, S. +2 more
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Simulation validation and flight prediction of UH-60A Black Hawk helicopter/slung load characteristics [PDF]
, 1999 Helicopter/slung load systems are two body systems in which the slung load adds its rigid body dynamics, aerodynamics, and sling stretching dynamics to the helicopter.
Tyson, Peter H.
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Design of Variable Steering Ratio for Steer-by-Wire System Considering the Driver’s Handling Skill
IEEE AccessTo address the sluggishness issue during steering for novice drivers and enhance the vehicle’s stability during steering for experienced drivers, this paper proposes a variable steering ratio (VSR) design method for steer-by-wire (SBW) system ...
Pei Zhang +3 more
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A unique formulation of elastic airplane longitudinal equations of motion [PDF]
Control-configured vehicle technology has increased the demand for detailed analysis of dynamic stability and control, handling and ride qualities, and control system dynamics at early stages of preliminary design. An approximate, but reasonably accurate,
Fullman, D. G., Swaim, R. L.
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Control of Vehicle Lateral Handling Stability Considering Time-Varying Full-State Constraints
MathematicsLateral handling stability control is crucial for ensuring vehicle driving safety. To address this issue, this paper proposes a lateral handling stability control method that considers time-varying full-state constraints.
Lizhe Wu, Dingxuan Zhao
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Historical overview of V/STOL aircraft technology [PDF]
The requirements for satisfactory characteristics in several key technology areas are discussed and a review is made of various V/STOL aircraft for the purpose of assessing the success or failure of each design in meeting design requirements.
Anderson, S. B.
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Dynamics and controls flight testing of the X-29A airplane [PDF]
A brief description of the flight control system of the X-29A forward-swept-wing flight demonstrator is followed by a discussion of the flight test techniques and procedures in the area of flight dynamics and control.
Gera, J.
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Milk Handling in the Supply Chains: The Case of Smallholder Retail Outlets In Nakuru, Kenya [PDF]
This paper characterises smallholder milk outlets in Nakuru district one of the major milk producing Districts in Kenya, and also analyses factors that influence their current operating and handling capacities.
Birachi, E. Abucheli +2 more
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Comprehensive rotorcraft analysis methods [PDF]
The development and application of comprehensive rotorcraft analysis methods in the field of rotorcraft technology are described. These large scale analyses and the resulting computer programs are intended to treat the complex aeromechanical phenomena ...
Austin, Edward E., Stephens, Wendell B.
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