Abstract: A combat pilot system for an aircraft comprises corresponding combat pilot devices 12, 12′ provided in a runtime module 14 on board the aircraft and a ground-based system training module 16 respectively. The run-time module 12′ is trained using model data generated simulation model 18 as well as feedback data from actual missile firings. The matrix of weights derived from the training routines are then programmed into the neural network in the corresponding combat pilot aid system 12 on board the aircraft so that the runtime module is capable of processing the input data producing the four parameters required for launch of a missile and also a FIRE/NO FIRE indication to the pilot.

Abstract: A fatigue monitoring system and method is disclosed in which a stream of data relating to the stresses experienced at a plurality of locations over the structure during operation is applied to a neural network trained to remove data stream values deemed to be in error. The data from the neural network is then processed to determine the fatigue life.