Dorand simulator, developed under French Air Ministry contract, intended primarily for research into control and stability of helicopters, rather than as trainer; only hovering condition is simulated; "brain" of DX-50 is electromechanical analogue computer, which incorporates control desk and potentiometer dials on which desired parameters are set; computer solves system of differential equations which interpret equilibrium of hovering helicopter. (see also Aero Digest v 70 n 4 Apr 1955 p 72-4)
Flight simulation for helicopters
Aeroplane
Aeroplane ; 87 , n 2264
1954
3 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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