Flight Simulation

This is a primary purpose of Flight Simulation.

J. M. Rolfe (Edited by), K. J. Staples (Edited by)

9780521357517, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 12 May 1988

300 pages
22.8 x 15.3 x 1.9 cm, 0.49 kg

"...an excellent cross section of the expertise available within this specialised area." Simulation/Games for Learning

Although the complexity and capability of flight simulators have matched the growth of aerospace technology, there has until now been no textbook dealing specifically with the design and construction of flight simulators. This is a primary purpose of Flight Simulation. Written in collaboration with a number of internationally known specialists, the book considers the subject in three sections. Firstly it introduces the concept of simulation in order to identify the essential elements which make up the modern flight simulator. The development of these elements is also traced through the historical evolution of flight simulation. The main section of the book commences with an exposition of the mathematical models into dynamic physical devices capable of representing the response of a specific aircraft and its systems. The simulation of the flight environment is also covered in relation to cockpit motion systems and methods of representing the external visual scene. Another important aspect of simulation, the design of instructor and operating stations, is given separate attention. The final section considers the application of flight simulation to research and training and concludes with an appraisal of future prospects and developments.

Preface
1. Introduction to flight simulation
2. A short history of the flight simulator
3. Mathematical models for flight simulation
4. Simulation of aircraft systems
5. Structures of cockpit systems
6. Motion systems
7. Visual systems
8. Instructor's facilities
9. Integration, testing and acceptance
10. The flight simulator as a research tool
11, The flight simulator as a training device
12. Résumé
References
Index.

Subject Areas: Aerospace & aviation technology [TRP]