Two versions of a real-time digital-computer program that operates a fighter airplane interactively against a human pilot in simulated air combat were evaluated. They function by replacing one of two pilots in the Langley differential maneuvering simulator. Both versions make maneuvering decisions from identical information and logic; they differ essentially in the aerodynamic models that they control. One is very complete, but the other is much simpler, primarily characterizing the airplane's performance (lift, drag, and thrust). Both models competed extremely well against highly trained U.S. fighter pilots.


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    Title :

    Computer-automated opponent for manned air-to-air combat simulations


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    Publication date :

    1979-09-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English