This paper reviews the work on the Vertical Attitude Takeoff and Landing (VATOL) technology development. Studies of vertical and short takeoff and landing aircraft have shown a significant advantage in payload or performance for the vertical attitude concept. The additional payoff from the incorporation of Post-Stall Combat Maneuvering is identified. The VATOL post-stall control system that requires control at high angle-of-attack, provides a decisive combat advantage over a conventional fighter. The planning for post-stall aerodynamic studies at DTNSRDC and NASA Ames is presented. This includes a large powered model to be tested in the NASA 40- x 80-foot wind tunnel. Progress toward a moving base simulation of the vertical attitude landing is reviewed. Results of design studies indicating the feasibility of a VATOL research aircraft, using an existing propulsion system are outlined along with a possible configuration for an advanced VATOL fighter that incorporates a novel control system. (Author)
A Case for VATOL Flight Demonstration
1980
32 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
Aircraft , Aeronautics , Vertical takeoff aircraft , Flight testing , Demonstrations , Stalling , Research aircraft , Simulators , Models , Wind tunnel tests , Prototypes , Angle of attack , Vertical orientation , Landing , Warfare , Propulsion systems , Fighter aircraft , Aerodynamics , Vertical attitude concept , Paper reviews , VATOL(Vertical Attitude Takeoff Landing) , Technology development , Post stalling , VATOL research aircraft
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