A structural model of the human pilot is introduced and discussed. The model is used to provide a rationale for certain nonlinear pilot control behavior such as stick pulsing and serves as a framework for studying aspects of motor skill development. In light of the theoretical background provided by the model, some past empirical pilot response phenomena are analyzed and shown to be attributable to manipulator or control stick characteristics. In particular, some recent problems associated with pilot/vehicle performance in glideslope tracking in short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft are analyzed. The apparent contribution of the cockpit manipulator (throttle) characteristics to these problems are outlined and a solution proposed and evaluated in both simulation and flight test.


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    Title :

    The role of manipulator characteristics in selecting the ideal effective vehicle


    Contributors:
    Hess, R. A. (author)


    Publication date :

    1981-10-15


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English






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