The concept of helicopter controllability is explained. A background study reviews helicopter development in the U.S. General helicopter configurations, linearized equations of motion, stability, and piloting requirements are discussed. Helicopter flight controls, handling qualities and associated specifications are reviewed. Analytical, simulation, and flight test methods for evaluating helicopter automatic flight control systems are discussed. A generic simulation is also conducted. This thesis is intended to be used as a resource document for a helicopter stability and control course at the Naval Postgraduate School. Helicopter controllability, Helicopter automatic flight control systems, Helicopter flying qualities, Flying qualities specifications. (eg)


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    Title :

    Helicopter Controllability


    Contributors:
    D. Carico (author)

    Publication date :

    1989


    Size :

    234 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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