Longitudinal performance and control utilization data are compared for several different automatic approach autopilot implementations in a powered lift STOL aircraft. As few as two, to as many as four laws reflecting both backside and frontside control techniques. The data are developed from analysis and simulation, but represent configurations which were demonstrated in flight. Transient response characteristics from initial glidepath offsets are presented, along with system operation in turbulence. In furnishing quantitative data in controlled levels of simulated turbulence, these results provide a useful supplement to various flight investigations (including those employing manual control) that involved a comparison of control techniques in this type of aircraft.


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    Title :

    Analysis of several glidepath and speed control autopilot concepts for a powered lift STOL aircraft


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    Publication date :

    1982-08-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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