Abstract: A system and method for an electric aircraft coaching simulator is illustrated. The simulator includes a pilot control that is configured to generate a pilot command. The simulator includes a processor that is configured to receive optimized flight data, simulate a battery performance of an electric aircraft as a function of the received pilot command and generate an optimal flight recommendation based off the optimized flight data. The simulation model is configured to communicatively connect with the flight simulator to mimic a real flight situation. Optimized flight data from other pilots can be used to coach pilots how to fly with more energy efficiency.

Abstract: A yaw control system for a rotorcraft featuring a floor mounted pair of pedals configured to measure an up and down motion of a pair of pedals and utilize that up and down motion as a yaw moment control input. The pair of pedals can rock laterally, fore and aft, or vertically. The pair of pedals can be mechanically interconnected to other pairs of pedals or electrically interconnected to duplicate motion across pairs of pedals.

Abstract: A thread processing method is executed by a specific apparatus included among a plurality of apparatuses, and includes assigning one thread among a plurality of threads to the apparatuses, respectively; acquiring first time information that indicates a time at which the specific apparatus receives an execution result of a corresponding thread from each of the apparatuses; and setting a priority level of an access right to access shared memory that is shared by the apparatuses and the specific apparatus, the setting being based on the first time information and second time information that indicates a time at which reception of execution results of the threads from the apparatuses ends.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a configurable simulator with testing capabilities, comprising a simulation controller and a plurality of configurable modular cards. The simulation controller determines configuration parameters of the cards and exchanges configuration messages with the cards. The simulation controller also receives and processes test notifications from the cards. Each card comprises a configurable input/output unit comprising a plurality of configurable inputs and outputs, and a power supply comprising a plurality of configurable power supply circuits. The input/output unit exchanges configuration messages with the simulation controller and sends the test notification. Each card further comprises a processor for configuring the configurable input/output unit, and the power supply. The processor also executes a simulation code to implement a functionality of the simulator.

Abstract: A method and system for detecting errors in indicated air speed of an aircraft. The method may include receiving current measured data values indicative of one or more of a pressure altitude, vertical speed, pitch attitude, and engine power of the aircraft by a computer, accessing a table having values of indicated air speed (IAS) corresponding to the current measured data values, and computing from the table and the current measured data values a current expected IAS, receiving current data values indicative of measured IAS of the aircraft, comparing the expected IAS data values to the measured IAS data values, and generating an alert signal when the expected IAS data values and measured IAS data values differ by a pre-set amount. The computer may include a software module that utilizes output from pre-existing on-board sensors, and may generate a signal to a crew alerting system.

Abstract: A method to develop a system for management of warnings and electronic procedures for an aircraft, comprising a database of parameters relating to the warnings and to logic and procedures, the aircraft comprising ATA equipment, comprises definition and calculation of maturity criteria for development of the system, which comprises, in order: A) verification of warnings in the database with respect to predefined lists of warnings and calculation of a maturity criterion, B) if the criterion of A>predetermined threshold, verification of the coherence of the logic for the warnings then definition and calculation of a maturity criterion, C) if the criterion of B>predetermined threshold, verification of the existence of the procedures and, for each warning, analysis of its logic with respect to its procedure, then definition and calculation of a maturity criterion, the system being fully set up when the latter criterion>predetermined threshold.

Abstract: A method to develop a system for management of warnings and electronic procedures for an aircraft, comprising a database of parameters relating to the warnings and to logic and procedures, the aircraft comprising ATA equipment, comprises definition and calculation of maturity criteria for development of the system, which comprises, in order: A) verification of warnings in the database with respect to predefined lists of warnings and calculation of a maturity criterion, B) if the criterion of A>predetermined threshold, verification of the coherence of the logic for the warnings then definition and calculation of a maturity criterion, C) if the criterion of B>predetermined threshold, verification of the existence of the procedures and, for each warning, analysis of its logic with respect to its procedure, then definition and calculation of a maturity criterion, the system being fully set up when the latter criterion>predetermined threshold.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method to control the movements of a flight simulator involving linear and angular accelerations perceived at a pilot's seat and involving mathematical transformations of a lateral position y and a roll angle ? for said accelerations, wherein mathematical transformations are used with at least one of the following corrections: —Feed-forward of a specific force error due to the y-position wash-out into a roll angle transformation function; —Decomposition of specific force at pilot's position and addition of complementary filters to reproduce suitable side forces in the pilot's seat due to lateral accelerations; —Mathematical transformations linking a pilot's position in an aircraft and flight simulator to a motion base centroid.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for training pilots by simulating the operation of gauges in aircraft. The self-contained device can be installed into training aircraft to be used during instruction. Alternatively, the device can be used during classroom and ground school training. A switch box control panel simulates the controls and indicators of aircraft. A logic circuit and program simulate normal operations and common malfunctions of aircraft. During malfunctions the program and circuit will evaluate the pilot's corrective control input, continuing the malfunction if the pilot's response is incorrect. The device's ability to accept inputs and to emulate characteristics of specific aircraft increases the realism of the simulation and training.

Abstract: A trainer for teaching the operation of aircraft fuel systems comprised of a fuselage frame portion and fuel tanks mounted to a platform. The trainer utilizes a fuel look-alike with a viscosity below 2.8 cs and a flashpoint above 200.degree. F.

Abstract: A virtual reality system provides effective exposure treatment for psychiatric patients suffering from a particular anxiety disorder. The system is characterized by a video screen disposed in front of the patient to display an image of a specific graphical environment that is intended to trigger anxiety within the patient as a result of the particular patient phobia. A headset is worn by the patient, and has sensors disposed to detect movement and positioning of the patient's head. A computer program controls the operation of the system, and is designed to control the display of the graphical environment on the video screen, monitor the headset sensors and determine the position of the patient's head, and controllably manipulate the graphical environment displayed on the video screen to reflect the movement and position of the patient's head.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for simulator control include a training system (10) with indicators and controls (12) for interfacing with a trainee. A display (16) is used to display representations of preprogrammed units, each unit including a collection of detailed parameters for use with a selected training scenario. Selection of one of the representations results in configuring the training system (10) according to the detailed parameters of the unit associated with the selected representation.

Abstract: An instructional model. The model, in a preferred form, includes an indicator member that represents the instantaneous flight path of an aircraft. The indicator member has indica thereon that represents a range of attack angles at which the aircraft could fly relative to the instantaneous flight path. The indicator member also has indicia thereon that represents the center of pressure acting on the aircraft when flying at a selected attack angle. A second member that represents an aircraft is pivotally attached to the indicator member such that it can be selectively pivoted relative to the indicator member to an attack angle such that the center of pressure indicia identifies a point on the second member which represents a corresponding point on the aircraft at which the center of pressure forces are applied thereto when flying at that selected attack angle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for training are provided in which a training system (10) includes indicators and controls (12) for interfacing with a trainee. A display (16) is used to display graphical representations of operating conditions. By selecting locations on the display (16), the training system (10) is configured to correspond with the operating conditions associated with the selected locations on the-display (16).

Abstract: A simulator system adaptable to an actual craft or existing simulator is disclosed. The system comprises computer hardware and software capable of simulation, combinations of simulations and networked simulations. Computer inputs come from sensors attached on or near control and operation members. Computer output is sent to overlay displays and other components. Visual, audio and motion cuing systems are added to increase realism where appropriate to the simulation. All equipment may be quickly and easily installed or removed so as to make maximum use of an otherwise inoperative craft or allow for diversity and upgrading of existing simulators. By the use of computer program modifications and component construction, the system may be used to simulate a wide variety of craft, including air, ground, naval and space craft.

Abstract: A robust, lightweight g force trainer having low moment of inertia is powered by a relatively low horsepower motor. The trainer has an onset rate of 6 g/sec. or more and idle speed of approximately 13 rpm. The natural frequency of the trainer arm is in excess of 6 hz. The trainer includes a computerized target tracking and missile avoidance system, including a heads up display field at the pilot gondola, and a computerized medical monitor.

Abstract: The simulator is used for the training of personnel. In the case of the controls of an aircraft, the simulator contains an exact reproduction of the command cockpit (1) with all its controls (2), and capable of ensuring the actuation of circuit simulation devices by a student-operator (3). Simulation devices (4) consist of at least one instruction panel (5.sub.1, 5.sub.2) representing at least one control circuit and used to display various parameters or simulation motifs visible to the student-operator. An operating console (6) ensures contact between the simulation devices (4) and the cockpit (1). The console makes it possible to carry out a training programme administered by an instructor-operator.

Abstract: A flight simulator includes a host computer 10 coupled to serial buses 13 by master-interface circuits 12, each of which is a serial bus master controller. Each bus 13 is coupled to a number of slave circuits 14, and each slave circuit 14 drives several instrument display devices 15. The slave circuits 14 contain slave bus controllers and digital to analog conversion circuits for developing the drive signals for the display devices 15. Each slave bus controller is provided with one or more programs for processing received serial data in accordance with the electro-mechanical characteristics of the driven display device 15. Analog feedback signals may be provided by the devices 15 and A-D converted in the respective slave circuits 14 before transmission as serial data to the host computer 10 via the buses 13 and master-interfaces 12.

Abstract: An apparatus for simulating in-flight problem situations is provided. The apparatus comprises a false instrument display surface which has a false instrument reading and is adapted to cover and obscure a true instrument reading in such manner that a pilot views the false instrument reading. A method of simulating in-flight problem situations during flight in a airplane having a pilot and an instructor is also provided and uses a display of a false instrument reading.

Abstract: A design and evaluation system is disclosed which enables the computer generation of graphic displays and symbology used in the design of electronic instrument displays. The graphics and symbology may be positioned, rearranged, altered, and replaced with other graphics or symbology representative of that used in the intended instrument. The display may then be dynamically tested in accordance with programmed or selected manual inputs to determine the aesthetic and functional interactions between symbols or groups of symbols and to evaluate their acceptability in their intended environment. The proposed display may be repeatedly updated, altered and modified during testing until a final version has been selected for the instrument display.

Abstract: An inflight IFR procedures simulator for generating signals and commands to conventional instruments provided in an airplane. The simulator includes a signal synthesizer which generates predetermined simulated signals corresponding to signals normally received from remote sources upon being activated. A computer is connected to the signal synthesizer and causes the signal synthesizer to produce simulated signals responsive to programs fed into the computer. A switching network is connected to the signal synthesizer, the antenna of the aircraft, and navigational instruments and communication devices for selectively connecting instruments and devices to the synthesizer and disconnecting the antenna from the navigational instruments and communication device. Pressure transducers are connected to the altimeter and speed indicator for supplying electrical signals to the computer indicating the altitude and speed of the aircraft.

Abstract: An instrument flight training aid for learning flight instrument scanning patterns. The training aid comprises a simulated instrument panel including a plurality of simulated flight instruments spaced from each other on the panel. Visual indicators selectively provide visual indications of selected ones of the simulated flight instruments to be scanned by one observing the panel.

Abstract: This disclosure describes digital control circuit to actuate an analog servo motor in response to digital information from a computer. The control circuit is responsive to the timing signal (13) from the computer, and includes a circuit (12) to receive information from the computer indicative of a new servo position. A feedback circuit (15) receives information from the servo indicative of the actual present servo position. Information processed individually by each of these circuits then is connected into a computational network (14) in order to generate a properly timed digital output signal which, when converted in a suitable digital-to-analog converter (17), is able to drive a servo motor accurately.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing mass storage of vocal information by means of a digital communication system for use with a training simulator is disclosed. Unlike prior art analog records and playback systems, such as tapes, etc., the inherent advantages and flexibility available with respect to a digital system including randomly accessible voice messages, convenience of editing the stored data, and management and control by the computational system of the training simulator are available with the present invention. In general, the system of this invention comprises an input device, such as a microphone (30), an encoder (54) for encoding the analog information from the microphone (32) to digital format, a digital processing controller or computer (20) for processing the digital communication data in response to a stored program such that it is suitable for use with the computational system, and a mass storage media (38) for storing the processed digital data.

Abstract: A flight simulator instrument trainer has operational controls and instruments similar to a conventional aircraft. An AC driven position simulator moves a simulated station position according to simulated power, attitude, flap condition direction and distance traveled to control simulated ADF, ILS and VOR instruments. Angularly offset phases are generated and are provided to potentiometers on directional instruments. Wipers on the potentiometers move with simulated direction indicators. Signals from the wipers are fed to other devices, and phases are compared with one of two ninety degree offset reference phases. The latter are shifted according to simulated flight characteristics, and the thus-varied output of the phase comparators are used to drive instruments and to shift angle position accumulators and distance position accumulators.