SIM 402 - Introduction to Flight Testing

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach

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Introduction to Flight Testing (3,0) 3 Credits An overview of the role and function of flight testing in the aerospace industry. Major topics will include past, present, and future of flight test, FAA and DOD certification processes, risk management, test planning and reporting, and an overview of the principal flight test methods and procedures for aircraft and engine performance, stability and control, handling qualities, avionics systems performance and integration, human factors evaluation, production and maintenance flight test, homebuilt flight test, and DOD operational flight test. Final project will involve team evaluation of an aircraft using Embry-Riddle simulators, including test planning and reporting. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: AS 309 or equivalent, SIM 200. SIM 404 Fly-By-Wire Aircraft Simulation and Design (3,0) 3 Credits This course addresses recent advances in automated flight control systems. Fly-by-wire aircraft architecture will be discussed. Aircraft simulations will be used to enhance and stabilize aircraft stability and handling qualities. Strategies such as theta control, c-star, and flight path angle control will be addressed. Prerequisites: AE 413, MA 345.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.erau.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 222-3728

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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